Question

ethical decision making quiz

started: jun 27 at 11:01am

quiz instructions

this quiz contains 20 true/false questions worth 1 point each. you will have 30 minutes to complete the quiz.

question 9

the ethical care orientation is based on principles like justice, fairness, equality, or authority.

true
false

Explanation:

Define the ethical orientations

In organizational behavior and business ethics, Carol Gilligan's moral development theory distinguishes between two primary moral frameworks: Justice Orientation and Care Orientation.

Analyze the justice orientation

The justice orientation relies on abstract, universal principles such as justice, fairness, equality, rules, rights, and authority to resolve ethical dilemmas.

Analyze the care orientation

In contrast, the Care Orientation focuses on relationships, interpersonal connectedness, empathy, compassion, and preventing harm to others. It prioritizes maintaining relationships and addressing the specific needs of individuals rather than applying abstract rules.

Evaluate the statement

The statement claims: "The ethical care orientation is based on principles like justice, fairness, equality, or authority."
Because these principles define the Justice Orientation rather than the Care Orientation, the statement is conceptually incorrect.

Answer:

• True
• ( ) False (Correct answer)