Exam 1:  The Foundation of Ethical Thought

Kant's ethical view is considered a dualism because it attempts to bridge the gap between the existentialist and contractarian points of view.

_____________ is the process of understanding the reasons a course of action that may have an ethical impact took place.

The property principle involves making affirmative efforts for those individuals who need help in their personal pursuits, and it also helps protect those individuals who are vulnerable to unethical actions.

The supporters of ______________ argue that this framework is the only ethical mold that captures the essence of motivation within individuals.

______________ attempted to resolve the fundamental difference of whether the actions for one's self-benefit impact just the individual or others.

____________ is the presentation of facts related to specific ethical actions of an individual or organization.

The supporters of the ethical egoism theory would argue that businesses should focus solely on their own self-interests and maximize their level of profitability by developing a strong competitive advantage.

______________ allows employees and managers to address potential ethical issues before they occur.

______________ is based on the principle of utility where each person's actions add to the overall utility of the community impacted by his or her actions.

Traditional examples of violations of the _____________ principle include theft, misappropriation of funds, and wasting resources.

As opposed to deontological frameworks, which focus on whether the results are favorable or not, teleological frameworks focus on the duty or obligation in determining whether the actions are right or wrong.

From a legal standpoint, _____________ would address the "motive" behind the actions instead of just being satisfied with a description of the actions.

The ______________ principle is based on the assumption that there are no actual or potential conflicts of interest between the employee and the firm.