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Unit 1: Ethics - Practice Quiz

CSE332 — Industry Ethics And Legal Issues 50 Questions
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1 What is the primary definition of Ethics in a general context?

A. The psychological study of human intelligence
B. A set of beliefs about the physical universe
C. A code of moral principles and values that govern the behaviors of a person or group
D. The study of legal statutes and regulations

2 The term 'Ethics' is derived from the Greek word Ethos, which means:

A. Power
B. Law
C. Character or Custom
D. Knowledge

3 Which of the following best describes the concept of Integrity?

A. Maximizing profit regardless of the means
B. The ability to hide mistakes effectively
C. Acting in accordance with a personal code of principles consistently
D. Adhering to principles only when witnessed by others

4 In the business world, if a company's profit is denoted by and ethical standards by , which approach ensures long-term sustainability?

A. Maximize , ignore
B. Minimize to ensure
C. Balance while strictly adhering to
D. Maximize , ignore

5 What is the primary goal of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

A. To increase the shareholder dividends immediately
B. To manage a business in a way that produces an overall positive impact on society
C. To bypass environmental regulations
D. To reduce the number of employees

6 Which of the following is a key step in improving corporate ethics?

A. Concealing financial records
B. Removing the code of conduct
C. Appointing a Corporate Ethics Officer
D. Discouraging whistleblowing

7 What is the function of a Code of Conduct in an organization?

A. To calculate the annual taxes
B. To provide a guide for appropriate decision-making and behavior
C. To track employee attendance
D. To list the technical specifications of products

8 The phrase 'Tone at the Top' refers to:

A. The frequency of communication from the IT department
B. The volume of music played in the office
C. The ethical atmosphere created by the leadership of an organization
D. The marketing strategy for high-end clients

9 Which of the following creates an ethical work environment?

A. Transparent communication and fair reward systems
B. Promoting employees based on favoritism
C. Ignoring employee grievances
D. Unrealistic performance goals

10 In Ethical Decision Making, what is usually the first step?

A. Ignore the consequences
B. Get the facts
C. Make a decision immediately
D. Consult a lawyer after the fact

11 The utilitarian approach to ethics suggests that:

A. Actions are right if they serve the individual's self-interest
B. The ethical action is the one that produces the greatest good for the greatest number
C. Ethics are determined by cultural customs only
D. Moral duties are absolute regardless of consequences

12 In the context of IT, what does the term 'Digital Divide' refer to?

A. The separation between hardware and software
B. The difference in speed between two processors
C. The gap between those who have access to information technology and those who do not
D. The partition on a hard drive

13 Which organization is known for its Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for IT professionals?

A. FDA
B. FIFA
C. ACM (Association for Computing Machinery)
D. WHO

14 A situation where an IT professional has a competing professional or personal interest that makes it difficult to act impartially is called:

A. System Administration
B. Conflict of Interest
C. Whistleblowing
D. Data Mining

15 If an IT professional discovers a software bug that could cause financial loss (), what is their ethical obligation?

A. Quit the job without mentioning it
B. Blame a colleague for the error
C. Hide the bug to save the project timeline
D. Disclose the issue to the client or management immediately

16 Whistleblowing is best defined as:

A. Complaining about low wages
B. Leaking personal data of colleagues for fun
C. An employee reporting an employer's misconduct to authority figures or the public
D. Selling trade secrets to a competitor

17 Which of the following is a common ethical issue for IT users?

A. Updating the operating system
B. Software Piracy
C. Attending meetings
D. Writing efficient code

18 What is an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)?

A. A manual on how to repair a computer
B. A price list for IT services
C. A document stipulating constraints and practices that a user must agree to for access to a corporate network
D. A government law regarding internet speed

19 Plagiarism in the context of IT and academia is:

A. Backing up data to the cloud
B. Collaborating on a project with permission
C. Stealing someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own
D. Using open-source software with attribution

20 How can organizations support the ethical practices of IT users?

A. By removing all security firewalls
B. By encouraging the use of unlicensed software
C. By monitoring all private conversations without consent
D. By providing clear guidelines and training on data privacy and security

21 The concept of Women Empowerment in the workplace includes:

A. Creating an environment where women can access opportunities and participate in decision-making equally
B. Reducing the salaries of male employees
C. Assigning only administrative tasks to women
D. Promoting women solely based on gender regardless of skill

22 The invisible barrier that prevents women and minorities from rising to the highest ranks in a corporation is known as the:

A. Safety Net
B. Firewall
C. Iron Curtain
D. Glass Ceiling

23 Which of the following helps in preventing Sexual Harassment at the workplace?

A. Establishing a zero-tolerance policy and a clear grievance redressal mechanism
B. Asking the victim to resign
C. ignoring minor complaints
D. Discouraging social interactions

24 In Engineering Ethics, the paramount obligation of an engineer is to:

A. The employer
B. The profession
C. The public safety, health, and welfare
D. The client

25 If a manufacturing process releases a toxin where the safe limit is ppm, and the current process releases ppm, what should the engineer do?

A. Wait for the government to notice
B. Report the violation and work to reduce the emission
C. Adjust the sensor to read 4 ppm
D. Ignore it if it saves money

26 What is Sustainable Development in the context of engineering ethics?

A. Maximizing the use of non-renewable resources
B. Developing technology only for developed nations
C. Building structures that last forever without maintenance
D. Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

27 Which of the following is a breach of IT Professional Ethics?

A. Encrypting sensitive data
B. Testing software before release
C. Snooping on employee emails without authorization or valid cause
D. Documenting code changes

28 The 'Deontological' ethical theory focuses on:

A. The happiness of the individual
B. The character of the moral agent
C. The consequences of the action
D. Duties, rules, and obligations

29 Regarding Intellectual Property (IP), what does a Patent protect?

A. Brand names and logos
B. Inventions and discoveries
C. Customer lists
D. Artistic works like books and music

30 What is the role of an Ombudsman in corporate ethics?

A. To audit the financial statements
B. To prosecute criminals
C. To set the salary of the CEO
D. To investigate complaints and attempt to resolve them, usually through recommendations or mediation

31 In the context of Women Empowerment, what does 'Gender Mainstreaming' mean?

A. Hiring only women
B. Ignoring gender differences completely
C. Integrating a gender perspective into the preparation, design, implementation, and evaluation of policies
D. Segregating men and women in the workplace

32 When an engineer signs and seals a design plan, they are:

A. Creating a decorative element
B. Taking legal and ethical responsibility for the work
C. Indicating the work is expensive
D. Simply following protocol without meaning

33 Which of the following is considered Cyberbullying?

A. Disagreeing with an opinion in a forum
B. Sending threatening or harassing messages via digital platforms
C. Unfriending someone on social media
D. Blocking a user who spams

34 Why is diversity (including gender diversity) important in engineering and IT teams?

A. It reduces the cost of labor
B. It is just a legal requirement
C. It leads to more innovative solutions by bringing different perspectives
D. It makes the office look more colorful

35 What is 'Shadow IT'?

A. Hardware that is painted black
B. Working on computers at night
C. The dark web
D. IT systems used within an organization without explicit approval from the IT department

36 An employee uses company computing power to mine cryptocurrency for personal gain. This is an example of:

A. Theft of resources / Misuse of assets
B. Entrepreneurship
C. Cloud computing
D. Distributed processing

37 In ethical decision making, the 'Newspaper Test' asks:

A. Did I read the news today?
B. Is this news current?
C. Does this action cost more than a newspaper?
D. How would I feel if this action was published on the front page of a newspaper?

38 Trade Secrets are best protected by:

A. Sharing them with competitors
B. Keeping the information confidential and restricting access
C. Registering with the government
D. Publishing them in a journal

39 What is Bioethics largely concerned with?

A. Environmental recycling
B. The biology of ethics
C. Ethical implications of biological research and applications (e.g., genetic engineering)
D. The ethics of computer chips

40 If is an action that is legal but unethical, should a professional do ?

A. Yes, if it saves money
B. Yes, if it is legal, it is fine
C. No, professionals should adhere to higher ethical standards than just the law
D. It depends on the weather

41 Which body typically handles sexual harassment complaints in a large organization?

A. Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)
B. The Sales Team
C. The Receptionist
D. The IT Helpdesk

42 What is 'Green Computing'?

A. Computing for money
B. Environmentally sustainable computing via energy efficiency and responsible disposal
C. Using computers in the garden
D. Using green colored screens

43 Which of the following creates a Conflict of Interest for a hiring manager?

A. Interviewing a candidate with the required skills
B. Reviewing resumes
C. Interviewing a close relative for a position
D. Checking references

44 The IEEE Code of Ethics obligates engineers to avoid injuring others, their property, reputation, or employment by:

A. Innovative design
B. False or malicious action
C. High pricing
D. Excessive competition

45 Social Engineering in IT security refers to:

A. Building social networks
B. Engineering society for the better
C. Manipulating people into performing actions or divulging confidential information
D. Organizing office parties

46 Which action supports Women Empowerment regarding maternity?

A. Asking women not to have children
B. Firing women who get pregnant
C. Providing paid maternity leave and job security upon return
D. Reducing their rank upon return

47 The principle of 'Informed Consent' is crucial in:

A. Designing a microchip
B. Compiling code
C. Installing software updates automatically
D. Testing products/software on human subjects or gathering user data

48 An IT professional finds data evidence of illegal activity by a user on a company server. The ethical action is to:

A. Blackmail the user
B. Post it on social media
C. Follow company policy regarding incident reporting (usually to Legal/HR/Authorities)
D. Delete it to protect the user

49 What is the primary risk of Algorithmic Bias in AI systems?

A. The AI refuses to answer questions
B. The AI uses too much electricity
C. The AI becomes too slow
D. The AI reinforces existing social prejudices and discrimination

50 A Fiduciary Duty is:

A. A tax obligation
B. A duty to clean the office
C. A duty to vote
D. A legal/ethical relationship of confidence and trust (e.g., acting in the best financial interest of a client)
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