Ethical Relativism Can Best Be Described as A

question 67

Multiple Choice

Ethical relativism can best be described as a:

• A) Point of view that morality is relative to the norms of one's culture.
• B) Concept that holds that integrity should be maintained in the face of pressure by others.
• C) An ethical reasoning method that holds one should always act out of self-interest.
• D) An ethical reasoning method that holds one should always consider the effect of one's actions on others.

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Definitions:

Communication

The process of sending and receiving symbols with attached meanings.

Countercultures

Groups in which the patterns of values and philosophies outwardly reject those of the organization or social system.

Subcultures

Groups exhibiting unique patterns of values and philosophies not consistent with the dominant culture of the larger organization or system.

Ethnic

Relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition, often characterized by distinct language, culture, and sometimes physical characteristics.