Business Law Objective 1.02 Test Quiz

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Medical researchers testing animals understand that they are helping thousands of people by harming a few animals. Which theory are they using?
- Consequential Reasoning
- Feelings and Opinions
- The Golden Rule
- The Greatest Good

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Many laws affect the business environment; as we know it, some have lasted a decade, and others are being changed. Having covered business law objective 1.02, you now know law origin, structure, and ethics. Take up this quiz and see how well you understood the unit. All the best!

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Congressman Smith of South Dakota is a member of the U. S. House of Representatives. The position of representative is a part of which branch of government?
- Administrative
- Executive
- Judicial
- Legislative
Correct Answer

A. Legislative

Explanation

Congressman Smith of South Dakota is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, which is a part of the legislative branch of government. The legislative branch is responsible for making laws and consists of the U.S. Congress, which includes the House of Representatives and the Senate. Therefore, the correct answer is "Legislative."

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U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is the Supreme Court representing?
- Executive
- Judicial
- Legal
- Legislative
Correct Answer

A. Judicial

Explanation

The Supreme Court represents the Judicial branch of the government. As the highest court in the land, it has the power to interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutionality of laws. In this scenario, the Supreme Court declared the law signed by President Johnson unconstitutional, indicating its role as the judicial branch responsible for interpreting and upholding the Constitution.

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U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is President Johnson representing?
- Executive
- Judicial
- Legal
- Legislative
Correct Answer

A. Executive

Explanation

President Johnson is representing the Executive branch of the government. The Executive branch is responsible for enforcing and implementing laws. In this scenario, President Johnson signed the bill into law, which is a function of the Executive branch. The fact that the Supreme Court later declared the law unconstitutional does not change the fact that President Johnson, as the President, represents the Executive branch.

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In war, captains understand a few of their soldiers will die. This is done so that thousands of people will live in freedom after the war. Which theory supports this reasoning?
- Consequential Reasoning
- Feelings and Opinions
- The Golden Rule
- The Greatest Good
Correct Answer

A. The Greatest Good

Explanation

The theory that supports the reasoning mentioned in the question is "The Greatest Good." This theory suggests that the morally right action is the one that produces the greatest overall balance of happiness or well-being for the greatest number of people. In the context of war, sacrificing a few soldiers' lives is justified if it leads to the greater good of securing freedom for thousands of people. This theory prioritizes the collective well-being and considers the long-term benefits over immediate sacrifices.

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Brenda decides to look at the final consequences of each alternative before making her decision. Which theory is she using?
- Consequential Reasoning
- Feelings and Opinions
- Rule Based Reasoning
- The Greatest Good
Correct Answer

A. Consequential Reasoning

Explanation

Brenda is using Consequential Reasoning because she is considering the final consequences of each alternative before making her decision. Consequential Reasoning is a decision-making process that focuses on the potential outcomes or consequences of different choices, weighing the benefits and drawbacks of each option. It involves evaluating the long-term effects and impact of decisions to determine the best course of action.

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U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is Congress representing?
- Executive
- Judicial
- Legal
- Legislative
Correct Answer

A. Legislative

Explanation

The correct answer is Legislative. Congress is the branch of government that is responsible for creating and passing laws. In this scenario, Congress sent a bill to the President, who then signed it into law. However, the Supreme Court later declared the law unconstitutional, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Judicial branch. Therefore, Congress represents the Legislative branch of government.

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Mark and Brenda present opposing sides of a case. The judge will rule in favor of the person who presents the strongest argument. Which type of system is this?
- Adversarial
- Alternative Resolution
- Consequential
- Fact Finding
Correct Answer

A. Fact Finding

Explanation

This is a fact-finding system because the judge's decision will be based on the strength of the arguments presented by Mark and Brenda. The judge will evaluate the facts and evidence presented by both sides and make a ruling based on the objective truth. The focus is on gathering and analyzing the facts to determine the most convincing argument.

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Sally said she would never run a stop sign unless she was taking someone to the hospital for an emergency. What ethical decision model would she use in this situation?
- Consequential Reasoning
- Feelings and Opinions
- Rule Based Reasoning
- The Golden Rule
Correct Answer

A. Feelings and Opinions

Explanation

Sally's statement suggests that her decision to run a stop sign is based on her personal feelings and opinions. She believes that it is acceptable to break the rule in the case of an emergency, indicating that her decision-making process is guided by her own emotions and perspectives rather than a set of predefined rules or principles. Therefore, the ethical decision model she would use in this situation is "Feelings and Opinions."

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Majority votes determine which laws Congress will pass. This is an example of what type of ethical decision model?
- Consequential Reasoning
- Feelings and Opinions
- The Golden Rule
- The Greatest Good
Correct Answer

A. The Greatest Good

Explanation

The given correct answer, "The Greatest Good," refers to the ethical decision model where the decision is based on what will result in the greatest benefit for the majority of people. In this case, the explanation suggests that the laws passed by Congress are determined by the majority votes, indicating that the decision-making process aims to achieve the greatest good for the majority of the population.

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Business Law Objective 1.02 Test Quiz

Medical researchers testing animals understand that they are helping thousands of people by harming a few animals. Which theory are they using?

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Congressman Smith of South Dakota is a member of the U. S. House of Representatives. The position of representative is a part of which branch of government?

U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is the Supreme Court representing?

U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is President Johnson representing?

In war, captains understand a few of their soldiers will die. This is done so that thousands of people will live in freedom after the war. Which theory supports this reasoning?

Brenda decides to look at the final consequences of each alternative before making her decision. Which theory is she using?

U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is Congress representing?

Mark and Brenda present opposing sides of a case. The judge will rule in favor of the person who presents the strongest argument. Which type of system is this?

Sally said she would never run a stop sign unless she was taking someone to the hospital for an emergency. What ethical decision model would she use in this situation?

Majority votes determine which laws Congress will pass. This is an example of what type of ethical decision model?