Which of the Following Provides the Best Definition of Ethics

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following provides the best definition of ethics?

• A) Ethics is a formal system for evaluating who profits in a business transaction.
• B) Ethics is merely a different term for the laws and regulations created by a government.
• C) Ethics is merely another word for morality, which is only involved in what is right and what is wrong.
• D) Ethics is a simplified term given to the momentary decisions we all make regarding which answer will lead each person to the most personally successful solution.
• E) Ethics is a formal system for deciding what is right and wrong and for justifying moral decisions.

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Definitions:

Sodium Amytal

A barbiturate derivative used as a sedative and in the controlled induction of medical coma.

Gingko Biloba

Refers to an ancient tree species, from which extracts are used for various medicinal purposes, including improving memory and blood flow.

Hypnosis

A trance-like mental state induced by a hypnotist, characterized by heightened focus, suggestibility, and relaxation.

Encoding-Specificity

A principle stating that memory recall is most effective when information available at the time of encoding is also present at the time of retrieval.