Question 1

Ethical relativism assumes that:

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Ethical relativism is the view that moral standards are not absolute but are culturally or individually based, meaning what is considered right or ethical can differ across different societies or individuals.

Question 2

Ethical pluralism argues that in most situations:

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Ethical pluralism suggests that there can be multiple valid moral perspectives or truths, rather than a single, absolute truth.

Question 3

The author of the text suggests that supporting and upholding the execution of persons 16 or younger violates the principle of:

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The principle of fallibility acknowledges the potential for error in human judgment, suggesting that executing young individuals could be a grave and irreversible mistake.

Question 4

The principle of understanding requires that we:

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Question 5

The central notion to is that one's conduct must take into account moral issues.

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Normative ethics is concerned with the criteria of what is morally right and wrong, focusing on how one ought to act and what moral duties one should follow.

Question 6

Which of the following teaches the value of an open mind, of tolerance, and understanding?

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Question 7

Proponents of which ethical theory argue that every society has a different moral code that explains which acts are permitted or not?

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Cultural relativism argues that moral codes vary from society to society, and what is considered morally right or wrong depends on the cultural context.

Question 8

Which of the following is a major problem with cultural relativism?

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Cultural relativism operates as a moral isolationism, meaning that it essentially says that all cultures are equal and no culture can be judged by the standards of another. This can be problematic as it can lead to a lack of accountability for harmful cultural practices and a refusal to consider the impact of these practices on individuals within the culture.

Question 9

What type of ethics is concerned with methods, language, and logical structure?

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Metaethics is concerned with the nature of ethical theories and moral judgments, focusing on the methods, language, and logical structure of moral reasoning.

Question 10

Among the reasons commonly given for studying ethics, which of the following are not mentioned:

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All the reasons listed are commonly given for studying ethics, so none of them are not mentioned.

Question 11

According to Holmes (1998), which of the following agree that there is moral right and wrong but contend what is right for one, may be wrong for another?

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Question 12

Ethics involves making judgments about:

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Ethics is concerned with the distinction between right and wrong, good and bad behavior. Therefore, the best choice is D as it directly relates to the definition of ethics. A, B, and C may also be considered ethical concerns, but they are not direct definitions of ethics.

Question 13

The field of ethics is also known as:

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Ethics is commonly referred to as moral philosophy, which is the study of what is right and wrong in human conduct.

Question 14

Normative ethics is a form of ethics devised to assist in:

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Normative ethics is concerned with establishing how things should or ought to be, focusing on the criteria for what is morally right or wrong, thus guiding proper behavior.

Question 15

The branch of ethics concerned with the question of what "good" means is:

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Metaethics is the branch of ethics that examines the nature of moral language, the origin and status of moral values, and the nature of moral reasoning. It deals with questions such as "What does 'good' mean?" and "How can we know what is morally right or wrong?"

Question 16

The study of ethics is especially important in criminal justice because:

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Ethics is especially important in criminal justice because law enforcement personnel have the potential of abuse of discretion and the powers of arrest and use of force society grants them. This can lead to unethical behavior and actions that harm citizens, violate their rights, and undermine public trust in the criminal justice system. Therefore, CJ professionals must be trained and guided by ethical principles and standards to ensure that they use their authority and resources in a responsible, fair, and just manner.

Question 17

Ethical absolutism assumes that:

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Ethical absolutism posits that there is a universal moral law that is unchanging and applies to all individuals, regardless of context or situation.

Question 18

The principles of understanding, tolerance, standing up and fallibility are all parts of the theory of ethical:

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Ethical pluralism acknowledges the coexistence of multiple ethical perspectives and emphasizes understanding, tolerance, and the acceptance of fallibility in moral reasoning.

Question 19

According to Hinman (1998), under which principle should people be prepared to stand up to what he calls "egregious moral wrongdoing"?

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Hinman (1998) emphasizes the principle of standing up against evil as the moral obligation to confront and oppose significant moral wrongdoings.

Question 20

Which of the following is considered valid regardless of the thought and feeling?

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Ethical absolutism holds that there are universal moral principles that apply to all individuals, regardless of personal thoughts or cultural differences.

Quiz 1: The Importance of Ethics in Criminal Justice