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Ethical Issues in Engineering Management

Description: This quiz covers ethical issues that engineering managers face in their professional roles.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of respecting individuals' rights and autonomy?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Autonomy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Autonomy is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of respecting individuals' rights to make their own decisions and control their own lives.

What is the primary responsibility of an engineering manager in ensuring ethical conduct within their team?

  1. Setting clear ethical standards and expectations

  2. Providing training on ethical decision-making

  3. Creating a culture of accountability and transparency

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

An engineering manager's primary responsibility in ensuring ethical conduct within their team involves a combination of setting clear ethical standards, providing training, and creating a culture of accountability and transparency.

Which ethical principle requires engineers to avoid causing harm to others?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Autonomy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Non-maleficence is the ethical principle that requires engineers to avoid causing harm to others, either intentionally or unintentionally.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to treat all people fairly and equitably?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Justice is the ethical principle that requires engineers to treat all people fairly and equitably, regardless of their race, gender, religion, or other characteristics.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of balancing the benefits and risks of an engineering project?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Utilitarianism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Utilitarianism is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of balancing the benefits and risks of an engineering project to maximize overall happiness or well-being.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to be honest and truthful in their professional dealings?

  1. Integrity

  2. Transparency

  3. Accountability

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Integrity, transparency, and accountability are all ethical principles that require engineers to be honest and truthful in their professional dealings.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment and natural resources?

  1. Sustainability

  2. Environmental stewardship

  3. Conservation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainability, environmental stewardship, and conservation are all ethical principles that emphasize the importance of protecting the environment and natural resources.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to consider the long-term consequences of their work?

  1. Long-term thinking

  2. Sustainability

  3. Intergenerational equity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Long-term thinking, sustainability, and intergenerational equity are all ethical principles that require engineers to consider the long-term consequences of their work.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of respecting cultural diversity and values?

  1. Cultural sensitivity

  2. Inclusivity

  3. Diversity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and diversity are all ethical principles that emphasize the importance of respecting cultural diversity and values.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to be accountable for their actions and decisions?

  1. Accountability

  2. Responsibility

  3. Transparency

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Accountability, responsibility, and transparency are all ethical principles that require engineers to be accountable for their actions and decisions.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of protecting the privacy and confidentiality of individuals?

  1. Privacy

  2. Confidentiality

  3. Data protection

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Privacy, confidentiality, and data protection are all ethical principles that emphasize the importance of protecting the privacy and confidentiality of individuals.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to consider the potential impact of their work on society as a whole?

  1. Social responsibility

  2. Public interest

  3. Common good

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social responsibility, public interest, and common good are all ethical principles that require engineers to consider the potential impact of their work on society as a whole.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of engineers being aware of and avoiding conflicts of interest?

  1. Conflict of interest

  2. Impartiality

  3. Objectivity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Conflict of interest, impartiality, and objectivity are all ethical principles that emphasize the importance of engineers being aware of and avoiding conflicts of interest.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to be transparent and honest about their qualifications and expertise?

  1. Honesty

  2. Integrity

  3. Transparency

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Honesty, integrity, and transparency are all ethical principles that require engineers to be transparent and honest about their qualifications and expertise.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of engineers being committed to continuous learning and professional development?

  1. Lifelong learning

  2. Professional development

  3. Continuous improvement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lifelong learning, professional development, and continuous improvement are all ethical principles that emphasize the importance of engineers being committed to continuous learning and professional development.

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