Which of the following is NOT an approach for ethical decision making?

The correct answer is C. Risk based. Risk-based is a framework used in risk management and compliance, not a recognized ethical decision-making approach - it evaluates likelihood and impact of harm rather than guiding moral reasoning. The Common Good approach (A) is a legitimate ethical framework focused on…

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ACommon good
BUtilitarian
CRisk based
DFairness

How the community answered

(21 responses)

A
5% (1)
B
5% (1)
C
81% (17)
D
10% (2)

Explanation

Risk-based is a framework used in risk management and compliance, not a recognized ethical decision-making approach - it evaluates likelihood and impact of harm rather than guiding moral reasoning. The Common Good approach (A) is a legitimate ethical framework focused on decisions that benefit society as a whole. The Utilitarian approach (B) is a classic ethical theory that judges actions by their outcomes, aiming for the greatest good for the greatest number. The Fairness approach (D), rooted in philosophers like John Rawls, is a well-established ethical framework centered on justice and impartial treatment of all parties. Memory tip: The four major ethical frameworks often tested together are Utilitarian, Fairness/Justice, Common Good, and Rights-based - if you see "risk-based" listed among them, it's the outlier, since it belongs in project management, not moral philosophy.

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#Ethical decision-making frameworks#Risk management vs ethics#Governance principles#Ethics compliance

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