DSST Ethics in America 5

Question 1

Which ethical theory argues that moral rules derive their authority from God's commands?

Accepted Answer

Divine command theory

Answer

Divine command theory holds that an action is morally right if and only if God commands it.

Question 2

'Whistle-blowing' in a corporate or government context raises the ethical conflict between:

Accepted Answer

Loyalty to one's organization and the duty to disclose wrongdoing to protect the public

Answer

Whistle-blowing involves tension between loyalty to one's employer and a broader duty to prevent harm or expose wrongdoing to the public.

Question 3

The concept of 'corporate social responsibility' (CSR) suggests that businesses should:

Accepted Answer

Consider their impact on society and act in ways that benefit stakeholders beyond shareholders

Answer

CSR holds that corporations have ethical obligations to act in ways that benefit society, the environment, and all stakeholders, beyond mere profit maximization.

Question 4

Which philosopher argued that humans are ends in themselves and should never be treated merely as means?

Accepted Answer

Immanuel Kant

Answer

Kant's Formula of Humanity states that we must always treat people as ends in themselves and never merely as means to our own ends.

Question 5

In American legal ethics, attorney-client privilege primarily serves to protect:

Accepted Answer

The confidentiality of communications to encourage honest disclosure to legal counsel

Answer

Attorney-client privilege protects communications between attorney and client to promote open and honest communication necessary for effective legal representation.

DSST - DANTES Subject Standardized Tests Practice Test

DSST - DANTES Subject Standardized Tests Practice Test

DSST Ethics in America 5