Which of These Is Not a Characteristic of an Individual

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of these is not a characteristic of an individual in a collectivist culture?

• A) Cooperation
• B) Dependency
• C) Success identified with personal achievement
• D) Success identified with group accomplishments

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Definitions:

Beneficence

A principle in ethics and morality that refers to the act of doing good or performing actions for the benefit of others.

Difference Principle

A concept from John Rawls' theory asserting that inequalities in social and economic distribution are acceptable only if they benefit the least advantaged members of society.

Double Effect

A principle in ethics that allows actions which have both a positive and a negative effect, especially in medical ethics where the aim is to relieve suffering even if it may hasten death.

Cosmetic Surgery

Medical procedures performed to enhance or change one's appearance for cosmetic rather than medical reasons.