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Ethics in Engineering Design and Decision-Making

Description: This quiz evaluates your understanding of ethical considerations in engineering design and decision-making.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of protecting human life and well-being?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Justice


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Non-maleficence is the ethical principle that requires engineers to avoid causing harm to others through their actions or designs.

What is the primary responsibility of an engineer in ensuring ethical design and decision-making?

  1. To maximize profits for the company

  2. To follow company policies and procedures

  3. To protect the public health and safety

  4. To meet project deadlines and budgets


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary responsibility of an engineer is to protect the public health and safety, even if it means sacrificing profits or project deadlines.

Which ethical principle requires engineers to be honest and transparent in their communication with clients, colleagues, and the public?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Veracity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Veracity is the ethical principle that requires engineers to be honest and transparent in their communication with clients, colleagues, and the public.

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

  1. Sustainability

  2. Precautionary principle

  3. Risk assessment

  4. Cost-benefit analysis


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The precautionary principle is the ethical principle that requires engineers to consider the long-term consequences of their designs and decisions, even when there is scientific uncertainty about the potential risks.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of respecting the rights and autonomy of individuals?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Justice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Autonomy is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of respecting the rights and autonomy of individuals, including their right to make their own decisions about their lives and well-being.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to distribute benefits and burdens fairly among all stakeholders?

  1. Sustainability

  2. Precautionary principle

  3. Risk assessment

  4. Justice


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Justice is the ethical principle that requires engineers to distribute benefits and burdens fairly among all stakeholders, including future generations.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of considering the cultural, social, and environmental impacts of engineering designs and decisions?

  1. Sustainability

  2. Precautionary principle

  3. Risk assessment

  4. Cultural sensitivity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural sensitivity is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of considering the cultural, social, and environmental impacts of engineering designs and decisions.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to avoid conflicts of interest and to disclose any potential conflicts that may arise?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Conflict of interest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Conflict of interest is the ethical principle that requires engineers to avoid conflicts of interest and to disclose any potential conflicts that may arise.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of engineers being accountable for their actions and decisions?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Accountability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Accountability is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of engineers being accountable for their actions and decisions.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to respect the confidentiality of information obtained from clients or colleagues?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Confidentiality


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Confidentiality is the ethical principle that requires engineers to respect the confidentiality of information obtained from clients or colleagues.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of engineers being competent and up-to-date in their knowledge and skills?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Competence


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Competence is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of engineers being competent and up-to-date in their knowledge and skills.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to consider the environmental impacts of their designs and decisions?

  1. Sustainability

  2. Precautionary principle

  3. Risk assessment

  4. Environmental stewardship


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Environmental stewardship is the ethical principle that requires engineers to consider the environmental impacts of their designs and decisions.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of engineers being committed to the public good and to serving society?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Public service


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Public service is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of engineers being committed to the public good and to serving society.

What is the term for the ethical principle that requires engineers to respect the intellectual property rights of others?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Intellectual property rights


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intellectual property rights is the ethical principle that requires engineers to respect the intellectual property rights of others.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of engineers being fair and impartial in their decision-making?

  1. Autonomy

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Beneficence

  4. Fairness


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fairness is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of engineers being fair and impartial in their decision-making.

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