Question 1

In some ways, the discussion of ethics boils down to treating others the way you would like to be treated in a similar situation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

You've agreed to meet a deadline for a report, but you are now fairly sure that you won't be able to meet it. You should ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  let the recipient know that there may be a delay 
B)  wait and hope for the best; things may turn around 
C)  start readying excuses and looking for someone to blame 
D)  keep in mind that you are doing them the favour; things take as long as they take 
A)  let the recipient know that there may be a delay 
B)  wait and hope for the best; things may turn around 
C)  start readying excuses and looking for someone to blame 
D)  keep in mind that you are doing them the favour; things take as long as they take

Question 3

What are the academic consequences of plagiarism? Consult your institutions policy to get a specific answer.

Accepted Answer

The most likely academic consequence of

Question 4

What is plagiarism? Why is it so tempting for students to plagiarize?

Accepted Answer

Plagiarism is taking someone else's idea

Question 5

Non-inclusive language can act as a slight to someone's dignity and is therefore no longer considered ethical. Which of the following terms is NOT inclusive? Review Chapter 2 if you're not sure.

Accepted Answer

A)  fireman 
B)  actor 
C)  chair(person) 
D)  dentist 
A)  fireman 
B)  actor 
C)  chair(person) 
D)  dentist

Question 6

Once you are a professional, you don't really have to distinguish between proven fact and your educated opinion; they're essentially the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

It is still acceptable to use gendered terms such as "fireman," "chairman," or "actress."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What makes an action unethical?

Accepted Answer

Unethical behaviour is any act of selfis

Question 9

Getting caught for plagiarism is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  getting more and more likely because of the Internet 
B)  getting less and less likely because of the Internet 
C)  hardly worth worrying about 
D)  a victim-less crime 
A)  getting more and more likely because of the Internet 
B)  getting less and less likely because of the Internet 
C)  hardly worth worrying about 
D)  a victim-less crime

Question 10

What is a relatively simple way in which a novice can assess an ethical dilemma?

Accepted Answer

One shortcut to analyzing an ethical iss

Question 11

To be an ethical writer in a technical field, your job is to present information as ________ as possible.

Accepted Answer

A)  attractively formatted 
B)  detailed 
C)  grammatically correct 
D)  accurately and objectively 
A)  attractively formatted 
B)  detailed 
C)  grammatically correct 
D)  accurately and objectively

Question 12

Using qualifiers like "approximately" to modify your figures when you are estimating or providing best guesses is considered weak and unprofessional.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which two chapters of the text describe how to cite sources and how to use graphics ethically?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chapter 8 and 9 
B)  Chapters 9 and 10 
C)  Chapters 10 and 11 
D)  The Grammar and Usage Handbook 
A)  Chapter 8 and 9 
B)  Chapters 9 and 10 
C)  Chapters 10 and 11 
D)  The Grammar and Usage Handbook

Question 14

Describe how unethical behaviour can affect a profession, both internally and in the eyes of the wider public.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but may include the f

Question 15

Which of the following salutations in a letter or email is NOT inclusive?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dear Mr. Smith, 
B)  Dear Homeowner, 
C)  Dear Miss Smith, 
D)  a blank salutation because you don't know the name of the reader 
A)  Dear Mr. Smith, 
B)  Dear Homeowner, 
C)  Dear Miss Smith, 
D)  a blank salutation because you don't know the name of the reader

Question 16

Why is it sometimes harder to act ethically in a group or an organization?

Accepted Answer

We must always act ethically, but that r

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of pointing out your organization's unethical behaviour?

Accepted Answer

A)  apathy on the part of your superiors 
B)  pressure to be silent about the issue 
C)  harassment, isolation, a stalled career 
D)  an earnest and honest discussion with your superiors about how to resolve the issue 
A)  apathy on the part of your superiors 
B)  pressure to be silent about the issue 
C)  harassment, isolation, a stalled career 
D)  an earnest and honest discussion with your superiors about how to resolve the issue

Question 18

Fundamentally, poor ethics is a victimless crime; people worry too much about it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Why is it easy for unethical technical writers to deceive, at least temporarily?

Accepted Answer

It is easy for unethical technical write

Question 20

What is the fundamental principle of ethical technical writing?

Accepted Answer

The fundamental principle of ethical tec

In some ways, the discussion of ethics boils down to treating others the way you would like to be treated in a similar situation.

You've agreed to meet a deadline for a report, but you are now fairly sure that you won't be able to meet it. You should ________.

What are the academic consequences of plagiarism? Consult your institutions policy to get a specific answer.

What is plagiarism? Why is it so tempting for students to plagiarize?

Non-inclusive language can act as a slight to someone's dignity and is therefore no longer considered ethical. Which of the following terms is NOT inclusive? Review Chapter 2 if you're not sure.

Once you are a professional, you don't really have to distinguish between proven fact and your educated opinion; they're essentially the same.

It is still acceptable to use gendered terms such as "fireman," "chairman," or "actress."

What makes an action unethical?

Getting caught for plagiarism is ________.

What is a relatively simple way in which a novice can assess an ethical dilemma?

To be an ethical writer in a technical field, your job is to present information as ________ as possible.

Using qualifiers like "approximately" to modify your figures when you are estimating or providing best guesses is considered weak and unprofessional.

Which two chapters of the text describe how to cite sources and how to use graphics ethically?

Describe how unethical behaviour can affect a profession, both internally and in the eyes of the wider public.

Which of the following salutations in a letter or email is NOT inclusive?

Why is it sometimes harder to act ethically in a group or an organization?

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of pointing out your organization's unethical behaviour?

Fundamentally, poor ethics is a victimless crime; people worry too much about it.

Why is it easy for unethical technical writers to deceive, at least temporarily?

What is the fundamental principle of ethical technical writing?

Why Technical People Neednt Fear Writing

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Short Reports, Proposals, and Technical Documents

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References and Citations

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Exam 14: Ethics

In some ways, the discussion of ethics boils down to treating others the way you would like to be treated in a similar situation.

You've agreed to meet a deadline for a report, but you are now fairly sure that you won't be able to meet it. You should ________.

What are the academic consequences of plagiarism? Consult your institutions policy to get a specific answer.

What is plagiarism? Why is it so tempting for students to plagiarize?

Non-inclusive language can act as a slight to someone's dignity and is therefore no longer considered ethical. Which of the following terms is NOT inclusive? Review Chapter 2 if you're not sure.

Once you are a professional, you don't really have to distinguish between proven fact and your educated opinion; they're essentially the same.

It is still acceptable to use gendered terms such as "fireman," "chairman," or "actress."

What makes an action unethical?

Getting caught for plagiarism is ________.

What is a relatively simple way in which a novice can assess an ethical dilemma?

To be an ethical writer in a technical field, your job is to present information as ________ as possible.

Using qualifiers like "approximately" to modify your figures when you are estimating or providing best guesses is considered weak and unprofessional.

Which two chapters of the text describe how to cite sources and how to use graphics ethically?

Describe how unethical behaviour can affect a profession, both internally and in the eyes of the wider public.

Which of the following salutations in a letter or email is NOT inclusive?

Why is it sometimes harder to act ethically in a group or an organization?

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of pointing out your organization's unethical behaviour?

Fundamentally, poor ethics is a victimless crime; people worry too much about it.

Why is it easy for unethical technical writers to deceive, at least temporarily?

What is the fundamental principle of ethical technical writing?

Why Technical People Neednt Fear Writing

Technical Sentences

Technical Paragraphs

Parallelism, Lists, Headings, and Layout

Emails, Letters, and Memos

Short Reports, Proposals, and Technical Documents

Formal Reports

Intercultural Communication, Collaborative Writing, and Document Control

References and Citations

Technical Graphics

Technical Definitions and Descriptions

Instructions, Procedures, and Manuals

Oral Presentations

Job Application Packages

Filters