to the system of principles that govern a person’s behavior, based on what is considered right or wrong.

is more about personal beliefs regarding right and wrong, which can be influenced by culture, religion, or personal experiences. is about what individuals believe is good or bad,

is different from both ethics and morality in that it refers to a system of rules created and enforced by government authorities.These rules are meant to maintain order, protect rights, and prevent harm in society.

How do these concepts interrelate, and how do they differ?

While ethics and morality deal with personal or societal standards, laws are legal obligations that must be followed. Even though laws are often shaped by moral values, they are not always the same.

is a set of guiding principles that outline an organization’s or profession’s values, responsibilities, and standards of conduct.

How would a practitioner or journalist apply Mill’s and Bentham’s principles when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?

principles of utilitarianism to an ethical dilemma would focus on the greatest good for the greatest number of people.

How would a practitioner or journalist apply utilitarian principles when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?

an ethical dilemma would focus on choosing the action that creates the most good for the most people while minimizing harm.

How would a practitioner or journalist apply Rawl’s justice principle when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?

would focus on fairness and equality when making a decision. Rawls believed in the “veil of ignorance,” which means making choices without considering personal benefits or biases

How would a practitioner or journalist apply the virtue principles of Aristotle and Confucius when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?

ethical dilemma would focus on developing good character traits like honesty, courage, and fairness. Aristotle believed that people should aim for moral excellence by practicing virtues daily!

How would a practitioner or journalist apply agape principles when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?

an ethical dilemma would focus on love, compassion, and selflessness when making decisions. Agape is about caring for others unconditionally and prioritizing their well-being, even when it is difficult.

Hobbes asserts that seeking peace, entering social contracts and abiding by them are the way to self-preserve. Why does he take these as the starting positions?

Hobbes takes seeking peace, social contracts, and following rules as the starting positions because he believes that without them, society would fall into chaos and violence!

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Question	Answer
meaning of ethics	to the system of principles that govern a person’s behavior, based on what is considered right or wrong.
meaning of morality	is more about personal beliefs regarding right and wrong, which can be influenced by culture, religion, or personal experiences. is about what individuals believe is good or bad,
meaning of law	is different from both ethics and morality in that it refers to a system of rules created and enforced by government authorities.These rules are meant to maintain order, protect rights, and prevent harm in society.
How do these concepts interrelate, and how do they differ?	While ethics and morality deal with personal or societal standards, laws are legal obligations that must be followed. Even though laws are often shaped by moral values, they are not always the same.
code of ethics	is a set of guiding principles that outline an organization’s or profession’s values, responsibilities, and standards of conduct.
How would a practitioner or journalist apply Mill’s and Bentham’s principles when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?	principles of utilitarianism to an ethical dilemma would focus on the greatest good for the greatest number of people.
How would a practitioner or journalist apply utilitarian principles when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?	an ethical dilemma would focus on choosing the action that creates the most good for the most people while minimizing harm.
How would a practitioner or journalist apply Rawl’s justice principle when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?	would focus on fairness and equality when making a decision. Rawls believed in the “veil of ignorance,” which means making choices without considering personal benefits or biases
How would a practitioner or journalist apply the virtue principles of Aristotle and Confucius when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?	ethical dilemma would focus on developing good character traits like honesty, courage, and fairness. Aristotle believed that people should aim for moral excellence by practicing virtues daily!
How would a practitioner or journalist apply agape principles when seeking a solution to an ethical dilemma?	an ethical dilemma would focus on love, compassion, and selflessness when making decisions. Agape is about caring for others unconditionally and prioritizing their well-being, even when it is difficult.
Hobbes asserts that seeking peace, entering social contracts and abiding by them are the way to self-preserve. Why does he take these as the starting positions?	Hobbes takes seeking peace, social contracts, and following rules as the starting positions because he believes that without them, society would fall into chaos and violence!

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