The Ethics of Science and Technology

Description: This quiz covers the ethical considerations surrounding the development and use of science and technology.
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Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of respecting people's autonomy and their right to make decisions about their own lives?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Autonomy

  4. Justice


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Autonomy is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of respecting people's autonomy and their right to make decisions about their own lives.

What is the ethical principle that requires healthcare professionals to act in the best interests of their patients?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Autonomy

  4. Justice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Beneficence is the ethical principle that requires healthcare professionals to act in the best interests of their patients.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of avoiding harm to others?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Autonomy

  4. Justice


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Non-maleficence is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of avoiding harm to others.

What is the ethical principle that requires healthcare professionals to treat all patients fairly and equitably?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Autonomy

  4. Justice


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Justice is the ethical principle that requires healthcare professionals to treat all patients fairly and equitably.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of respecting people's privacy and confidentiality?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Autonomy

  4. Privacy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Privacy is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of respecting people's privacy and confidentiality.

What is the ethical principle that requires healthcare professionals to obtain informed consent from patients before performing medical procedures?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Autonomy

  4. Informed Consent


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Informed consent is the ethical principle that requires healthcare professionals to obtain informed consent from patients before performing medical procedures.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of using scientific knowledge and technology responsibly?

  1. Responsibility

  2. Accountability

  3. Transparency

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Responsibility is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of using scientific knowledge and technology responsibly.

What is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to be accountable for the consequences of their work?

  1. Responsibility

  2. Accountability

  3. Transparency

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Accountability is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to be accountable for the consequences of their work.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of being transparent about the methods and results of scientific research?

  1. Responsibility

  2. Accountability

  3. Transparency

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Transparency is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of being transparent about the methods and results of scientific research.

What is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to consider the long-term environmental and social impacts of their work?

  1. Responsibility

  2. Accountability

  3. Transparency

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainability is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to consider the long-term environmental and social impacts of their work.

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

  1. Environmental Protection

  2. Conservation

  3. Biodiversity

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Environmental Protection is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment and natural resources.

What is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to consider the potential risks and benefits of new technologies before they are released to the public?

  1. Precautionary Principle

  2. Risk Assessment

  3. Cost-Benefit Analysis

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Precautionary Principle is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to consider the potential risks and benefits of new technologies before they are released to the public.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of promoting access to scientific knowledge and technology for all people?

  1. Equity

  2. Access

  3. Inclusion

  4. Diversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Equity is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of promoting access to scientific knowledge and technology for all people.

What is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to consider the cultural and social context of their work?

  1. Cultural Sensitivity

  2. Social Responsibility

  3. Diversity

  4. Inclusion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultural Sensitivity is the ethical principle that requires scientists and engineers to consider the cultural and social context of their work.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in science and technology?

  1. Equity

  2. Access

  3. Inclusion

  4. Diversity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diversity is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in science and technology.

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