The Fact That We Regularly Judge the Moral Permissibility of Actions

question 17

Multiple Choice

The fact that we regularly judge the moral permissibility of actions as well as assess the goodness of character suggests that:

• A)moral principles and virtuous behavior are in conflict.
• B)principle-based moral theories should be discarded.
• C)virtue ethics is false.
• D)virtue and character are important elements of the moral life.

Understand the role of technology in law office management and client communication.

Describe the ethical guidelines related to billing and time management.

Explain the importance of employee performance evaluations and employment policies within a law firm.

Identify the responsibilities of attorneys and paralegals to keep clients informed.

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Definitions:

Facial Expressions

Visible changes in the face that convey emotional states, intentions, or reactions to stimuli, serving as crucial components of nonverbal communication.

Phony Smile

A forced or insincere smile, often used to hide one's true feelings or to socially conform.

Complex Expressions

Phrases or sentences that combine multiple elements such as operators, variables, and constants to convey a specific calculation or idea.

Illustrators

Nonverbal behaviors that accompany a verbal message and either contradict, accent, or complement it.