3.10 Knowledge test - Different points of reference for ethics

You will find the solutions to the following exercises within this learning unit. Try to complete the exercises independently before looking up the solution.

Exercise

 Task 3.5: Normative and descriptive ethics

Explain what normative ethics is and how it differs from descriptive ethics.

The solution can be found in chapter 3.2

Time to complete approx. 20 min.

Exercise

 Task 3.6: Material and formal ethics

What is the difference between material ethics and formal ethics?

The solution can be found in chapter 3.3

Time to complete approx. 20 min.

Exercise

 Task 3.7: Points of reference and criteria for ethical behaviour

Name and explain the different points of reference and criteria for ethical behaviour.

The solution can be found in chapters 3.4 to 3.7

Time to complete approx. 40 min.

Exercise

 Task 3.8: Practical judgement

What does practical judgement mean and what is it needed for?

The solution can be found in chapter 3.8

Time to complete approx. 20 min.