Need help with these questions please. need to chose from one of the options for each question QUESTION 1 What are ethics? Beliefs about what is right and wrong as determined by the individual Beliefs of a society or group as to how members of that group should conduct their professional lives. Beliefs of a society or group as to what is right and wrong within the context of that society or group Values that a society or group hold with respect to how they should treat each other 1 points QUESTION 2 what are morals? Beliefs or values that influence what is right and wrong Beliefs about what is right and wrong as determined by the individual Values that a society or group hold with respect to how they should treat each other Beliefs about what is right and wrong that are externally determined 1 points QUESTION 3 What is justice? The laws that a group of people decides to enforce The rules that society imposes so that all members of the society are treated in the same way. The total of what rules society will enforce The concept of what is fair and equitable 1 points QUESTION 4 What are professional ethics Beliefs about what is right or wrong as determined by each individual member of the profession Beliefs that a professional organization holds about what is right and wrong within the context of that professional organization Values that a professional organization holds with respect to how they should treat each other The laws governing that professional organization 1 points QUESTION 5 What is an ethical theory? A theory creating an ethical framework from a set of moral principles A theory which systematically links our ethical beliefs to one another by means of a set of coherent principles A theory which helps us determine what we should do in a specific situation A theory which helps us explain our actions to someone else 1 points QUESTION 6 What is utilitarianism? An ethical theory that states that the most cost effective solution to any problem is most likely the best solution to the problem An ethical theory that states that the best solution to an ethical problem is the one that produces the greatest total amount of human well-being An ethical theory that states that the best solution to an ethical problem is one that indicates the beliefs of the majority should be followed An ethical theory that states that the best solution to an ethical problem is one that does the least amount of harm to others 1 points QUESTION 7 What is duty based ethics? An ethical theory that states that obeying legal duties is the fundamental duty of every member of a society An ethical theory that states that every individual has a fundamental duty to act ethically in every situation An ethical theory that states that every individual has a fundamental duty to respect the beliefs of others An ethical theory that states that those with power have a fundamental duty to act ethically towards those without power 1 points QUESTION 8 What is virtue based ethics? An ethical theory which states that an individual's virtues usually outweigh their faults An ethical theory which states that virtues of a person are innate to that individual from birth An ethical theory which states that qualities that make something or someone good are unchanging An ethical theory which states that the qualities that make something or someone good vary from situation to situation 1 points QUESTION 9 What is a Code of Ethics? A set of rules determined by a professional association which ensures that members are qualified to practice their profession A set of rules voted on by the membership of the association as to the best way to ensure that all members behave ethically A set of rules determined by a professional association by which members conduct their professional lives A set of rules determined by the government which members of a professional association need to follow 1 points QUESTION 10 What ethical theory is John Stuart Mill most closely associated with? Virtue based ethics Rights based ethics Duty based ethics Utilitarianism 1 points QUESTION 11 Which ethical theory is Emmanuel Kant most closely associated with? Virtue based ethics Rights based ethics Duty based ethics Utilitarianism 1 points QUESTION 12 Which ethical theory is John Locke most closely associated with? Virtue based ethics Duty based ethics Utilitarianism Rights based ethics 1 points QUESTION 13 What ethical theory is Aristotle most closely associated with? Virtue based ethics Rights based ethics Utilitarianism Duty based ethics 1 points QUESTION 14 Ethical principles are: Principles that something is right or wrong Principles that are conceptual Principles that are not controversial Principles that are factual 1 points QUESTION 15 What are three parties that OACETT members owe a duty to under their Code of Ethics? clients, politicians, corporations the profession, society, employers family members, colleagues, managers clients, society, government 1 points QUESTION 16 What are two types of ethical problems in engineering? Violations of laws and standards & unsuccessful attempts at remedying problems Failure to receive consent of a client & an unsuccessful attempt to resolve conflicts with clients Technical failures & an unsuccessful product launch Lack of knowledge of laws and standards & unsuccessfully communicating technical specifications to a client 1 points QUESTION 17 What is an ethics conflict problem? A problem in which two or more ethical principles seem to apply to a particular problem A problem in which the discussion of one or more ethical principles leads to professional conflict A problem where there is a conflict between an individual's moral beliefs and the applicable law A problem in which the different parties involved in an ethical problem have serious personal or professional conflict 1 points QUESTION 18 What is one possible resolution to a conflict problem? First resolve the personal conflict and then resolve the professional conflict Find an impartial third party to make a decision to resolve the conflict Find a creative solution in the middle ground between two conflicting principles Get all parties to agree to ongoing discussion of the conflict problem 1 points QUESTION 19 What does EGAD stand for? identify ethical problem, generate options, analyze options, make a decision engage in the problem, generate ideas, apply ethical principles, determine relevance evaluate the ethical problem, generate options, analyze options, make a decision empathize with parties, grapple with the problem, analyze the ethical issues, decide on your course of action 1 points QUESTION 20 What are two resources that engineering technicians and technologists have available to them to solve ethical problems? The Code of Ethics and the OACETT guidelines for ethical behaviour Other OACETT members who volunteer their time to mentor newer members and the Code of Ethics The Code of Ethics and professional peers who have experienced similar situations in the past. Textbooks on ethics and engineering and OACETT guidelines for ethical behaviour 1 points QUESTION 21 What is professional practice? The act of competing the designated professional work in a technically accurate manner The act of behaving maturely and professionally in a workplace context in order to build a successful career The act of behaving appropriately in a workplace context so as to bring prestige and respect to the profession and ensure public safety The act of behaving ethically to avoid any legal problems 1 points QUESTION 22 What is professional misconduct? Any behaviour that is deemed unethical and inappropriate in a professional context Any behaviour that is not appropriate for a highly educated and responsible adult to engage in Any behaviour that is inappropriate for professionals to engage in Any behaviour that is not appropriate for those who are responsible, through the practice of their profession, for the health and welfare of the public 1 points QUESTION 23 What are OACETT Rules of Professional Conduct? Rules that OACETT wants members to follow to increase the prestige of the profession Rules that OACETT members should follow so that they are given respect in the workplace Rules that OACETT members need to follow to avoid being expelled from membership in OACETT Rules that define professional misconduct for engineering technicians and technologists 1 points QUESTION 24 What is the self-compliance model of maintaining professional competence? It gives professionals the personal responsibility for ensuring they are professionally competent It requires individual professionals to take continuing education courses in their area of practice It requires employers to monitor members for professional competence It requires professional associations to monitor members for compliance to professional competence standards 1 points QUESTION 25 The letter "E" in the EGAD method identifies which step in the method? Evaluate the ethical issues identify the ethical alternatives Evaluate the ethical alternatives Identify the ethical issues 1 points QUESTION 26 The letter "A" in the EGAD method identifies which step in the method? Analyze the ethical errors Analyze the ethical issues Analyze the ethical rules Analyze the alternative actions 1 points QUESTION 27 Who are the stakeholders in professional liability insurance? the professional, the employer or client, and the professional's college the professional, the profession, the employer or client, and the general publc the employer, the professional , the client and the professional association the professional, the professional's family, the employer and the client 1 points QUESTION 28 The letter "D" in the EGAD method identifies which step in the method? decide on which ethical issues are raised distinguish which ethical rules apply from those that don't apply decide on course of action decide on which ethical rules apply 1 points QUESTION 29 Which of the following is not a recommended practice having to do with ethical computer use? Do not copy software without permission Do not access your work computer remotely Do not access other people's files without permission Do not use a company computer for personal use without permission 1 points QUESTION 30 Ethical behaviour in business not only creates a good reputation for the company who's employees behave ethically. Which of the following is not a benefit of ethical business behaviour? Being able to attract better employees Being able to attract media attention Increasing the value of the company Being able to charge premium prices 1 points QUESTION 31 What year was OACETT incorporated? 1962 1956 1966 1998 1 points QUESTION 32 What is the OACETT Act? The federal legislation under which OACETT operates as a professional organization The current provincial legislation under which OACETT operates as a professional organization The legislation governing all engineering technician and technology organizations in Canada The act governing licensing of engineering technicians and technologists 1 points QUESTION 33 What is the OACETT bylaw? A document which creates the OACETT operations manual A supplement to the OACETT Act that explains all of the terms and conditions The set of rules that govern the day-to-day operations of OACETT as an organization A more detailed description of the OACETT Act 1 points QUESTION 34 What is a characteristic of a professional organization? It is incorporated It is for profit It is created to limit the number of professional members It is funded by the government 1 points QUESTION 35 What is a self-regulating body? An organization that is governed by its members An organization that hires outside experts to regulate its members An organization that creates its own rules regarding the way it operates An organization that has been given regulatory power by the government 1 points QUESTION 36 What is a restricted title? Only those who are members of the organization with the right to title , and who meet the that organization's requirements, can use the title Only those who have the requirements determined by the government can use the title Only those who have paid the required membership dues can use the title Only those who pass a particular examination can use the title 1 points QUESTION 37 Which of the following statements is least representative of a type of ethics case? Competing considerations Declining to comment on the use of inadequate designs A violation of a technical standard Choosing not to have professional liability insurance 1 points QUESTION 38 The Code of Ethics requires technology professionals to maintain their competence. Of the following methods, which is considered the least effective method of maintaining competence? Reviewing and studying technical journals self-directed online learning Formal education offered by a post-secondary institution or by the professional association in your field Courses and seminars offered by manufacturers and service providers 1 points QUESTION 39 A person with a "utilitarian predisposition" believes: The ethical value of anything determines its real value An act can only be ethical if there is no self-interest involved The means justify the result The result justifies the means 1 points QUESTION 40 You are least likely to encounter ethical issues in the workplace: While working with clients While working on government projects While working on individual research projects While working with company executives 1 points QUESTION 41 The outcome of unethical behaviour is costly. Which of the following are costs associated with unethical behaviour? lawsuits employee theft and lost production time high employee turnover all of them 1 points QUESTION 42 In the workplace, which of the following is not a common ethical issue? Illegally downloading software Misrepresenting past employment Conflict of interest Failure to keep up with competitors 1 points QUESTION 43 In the workplace, which of the following is a common ethical issue? Misrepresenting past education Mistreatment of others Wasting company resources All of the above 1 points QUESTION 44 What are the two main categories of OACETT membership? full member and student member certified member and associate member certified member and life member certified member and non-resident member 1 points QUESTION 45 What is one requirement for certification as an OACETT member ? Be of good character Have at least three years of related work experience Be a resident of or employed in Canada Be a minimum of 21 years of age 1 points QUESTION 46 What is one criteria for certification as an OACETT member? Demonstrate a minimum of two years of appropriate work experience as an engineering technician or technologist The passing of a technical proficiency examination Personal references from at least two people who have known the candidate for a minimum of five years Academic credentials validated by a college or university 1 points QUESTION 47 In the workplace, fairness involves: indifference reciprocity and equity basing decisions solely on quality of work all of the choices 1 points QUESTION 48 What is FARPACTA? The provincial legislation that requires professional organizations and trades to have fair and transparent licensing and certification procedures The provincial legislation designed to assist foreign workers receive their Canadian licensing without requiring Canadian academic credentials The federal legislation that requires self-regulating bodies to be transparent about their membership requirements The provincial legislation designed to help internationally trained professionals get licensed faster 1 points QUESTION 49 What is one thing that an OACETT member might be censured for? Professional misconduct as defined in the Rules of Professional Conduct Failure to provide references for duly qualified candidates Failure to pay membership dues Failure to attend local chapter meetings 1 points QUESTION 50 The main goal of OACETT is to: Supply members with a professional designation Preserve and establish high standards for the profession Provide lucrative employment opportunities Provide access to professional liability insurance 1 points