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Ethics - Sophia Final Study - all units-2020 You passed this Milestone 15 questions were answered correctly. Which of the following is a benefit of philosophy? Philosophy is useful as a tool ... to justify personal opinions. Philosophy defends what is traditional in society. Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation. Philosophy maintains society's collective memory. CONCEPT Benefits of Philosophy and Ethics 2 Many people confuse topics of religion, social etiquette, and law with ethical topics. Select the example related to law. Beth approves of same-sex marriage, but her mother says it is a sin. Don masks his income to avoid paying income taxes for twenty years. Kendra neglects to RSVP to an invitation to a close friend’s small wedding. Grandpa always chews with his mouth open at family gatherings. CONCEPT Ethical and Non-Ethical Topics 3 Which of the following actions represents the step, "Identify positions on the question"? A law student weighs arguments on the interpretation of a particular law against decisions from the Supreme Court. A graduate student spends several hours in the library reading books on a particular ethical issue. A medical student asks a professor whether a certain drug is effective against the flu. An undergraduate argues that funding for school-sponsored clubs should be based on the number of active members. CONCEPT The Philosophical Approach to Inquiry 4 Which of the following statements reflects subjectivism? Dennis says that morality depends on the situation. Dennis says that morality is a personal choice. Dennis says that morality is universal. Dennis says that morality is dictated by a person's culture. CONCEPT Categorizing Ethical Theories 5 Which of the following is a philosophical question? CONTINUED........ [Show More]

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