Bioethics 2.docx

BIOETHICS OBIO 21 MIDTERM Exercise 2 Ethical Decisions Name Student no.

Gaspar, Razel John J 14-1-91480

DATE: June 20, 2018

Answer the following in a short bond paper, typewritten, Arial 10. 1) Define deontology. - Deontology (from the Greek deon, “duty” is defined as an ethical theory that the morality of an action should be based on whether that action itself is right or wrong under a series of rules, rather than based on the consequences of the action. 2) Define teleology. - Teleological, (teleological from Greek telos, “end”; logos, “science”), theory of morality that derives duty or moral obligation from what is good or desirable as an end to be achieved. 3) If you are to make an ethical decision, which among the moral approaches will you follow? Explain briefly. - Teleology, because according to Socrates “The former believes that the reason for the things that will happen in the world and in order, is organized by God's purpose” 4) What are your top 5 virtues in life? Explain briefly. i. ii. iii. iv. v.

Faith – because for me faith in God is the best way to live healthy and longer life. Trust – trust is important especially in yourself, because if you don’t trust yourself you can’t do what you want in your life. Hope– for me every struggle in your life there’s a hope to solve it. Kind – because being a kind person to other person , there’s a replacement for presents of God Loyalty –for me being loyal to your special loved ones, your relationship will be getting stronger

References: http://www.yourdictionary.com/deontology https://www.britannica.com/topic/teleological-ethics