Why Are Both Science and Ethics Necessary to Solve Environmental

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why are both science and ethics necessary to solve environmental problems?

• A)Science helps us understand the outcomes of particular actions and ethics are necessary to help us decide what we ought to do among a range of choices.
• B)Ethics are necessary to keep environmental scientists from exaggerating scientific truths.
• C)Ethics are necessary to provide economic solutions to problems identified by scientists.
• D)Because of societal pressures humans cannot generally be trusted to do what is right.

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Definitions:

Introspection

The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes.

Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, including aspects of conscious and unconscious experience as well as thought and emotion.

Mind and Behavior

The relationship and interaction between mental processes (thoughts, emotions) and actions or responses.

Scientific Study

The investigation and exploration of phenomena through methodical, empirical, and measurable evidence to establish facts and reach conclusions.