Ethics

And ethical problem in which the ethical choice involves ignoring a powerful non-ethical consideration.

When someone encounters persuasive information that contradicts a deeply held beliefs.

Is the ethical system embodied by the golden rule and given slightly different forms in other religions.

A specific formula for distinguishing right from wrong. One example (just war theory)

A system of determining right and wrong that is established by some authority. Such as a church or organization.

Is a philosophy that claims that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority. (World War II)

Is a system that does not permit any exception to certain ethical principles.

Situations and problems that don’t fit neatly into an existing mode of ethical analysis or where there's strong beliefs.

An action or conduct which violates the principles of one or more social systems or counters an ethical value.

Powerful human motivations that are not based on right or wrong but on considerations of survival and well-being.

 Is when two ethical principles demand opposite results in the same situation.

Are good qualities of behavior, thought, and character that individuals and/or societies regards as being good.