Which one of the statements about ethics is true?

a. Ethics has not changed since it became part of society.
b. Ethics evolves and changes with time and context.
c. Ethics does not matter if you are working with nonhuman animals.
d. Ethics are based on codes of conduct that are universal and pervasive across different countries, ethnic groups, and cultures. There is no room for interpretation.


Answer: b. Ethics evolves and changes with time and context.

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a. parents b. siblings c. caregivers d. authority figures e. themselves

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While working as a probation officer for the U.S. District Courts, Megan Romanowski, BSW, was given the task of supervising parolee Robert Sanchez. Robert adjusted well to the community setting—he had a stable job and living situation—and even developed a good working relationship with Megan. But when Robert was involved in another robbery, Megan was forced to make a decision about what to recommend to the judge regarding his sentence.

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a) 1930s b) 1960s c) 1980s d) None of the above

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