Instructions: Read each ethical dilemma carefully and choose the BEST response or ethical theory that you believes applies to the situation. Provide a brief explanation for your answer in the short-answer questions.
Question 1
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Scenario: You find a wallet on the street containing a significant amount of cash and identification. What would you do?
Question 2
2.
Scenario: Your friend is being bullied by a group of students at school. What should you do?
Question 3
3.
Scenario: You are in a lifeboat with limited space, and it can only hold a certain number of people. There are more people than space available. What should you do?
Question 4
4.
Scenario: You witness a coworker stealing from the company. What action should you take?
Question 5
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Scenario: You are the sole breadwinner for your family, and you are offered a high-paying job in a company known for unethical practices. What would you do?
Question 6
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Choose one ethical theory (Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Ethics, or Consequentialism) and explain how it would address the ethical dilemma in scenario 1.
Question 7
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Choose one ethical theory (Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Ethics, or Consequentialism) and explain how it would guide your response to the ethical dilemma in scenario 3.
Question 8
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Reflect on a personal ethical dilemma you have faced or witnessed. Describe the situation and explain how you approached or would approach resolving the dilemma based on your understanding of ethical principles.