Explore topic-wise MCQs in Civil Engineering.

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251.

              is defined as a set of attitudes concerned with the value of work, which forms the motivational orientation.

A. ethics
B. integrity
C. work ethics
D. morals
Answer» D. morals
252.

            is defined as the unity of thought, word and deed (honesty) and open mindedness

A. morals
B. ethics
C. values
D. integrity
Answer» E.
253.

               is the word that refers to morals, values, and beliefs of the individuals, family or the society

A. ethics
B. values
C. morality
D. norms
Answer» D. norms
254.

               builds character

A. love
B. social skills
C. friendship
D. perseverance
Answer» D. perseverance
255.

Values related to non-violence is

A. tolerance
B. happiness
C. optimism
D. ingenuity
Answer» B. happiness
256.

Values related to love is

A. forgiveness
B. trust
C. loyalty
D. universal love
Answer» B. trust
257.

            means the power to see what is not obvious to the average mind

A. perseverance
B. accuracy
C. discernment
D. service .
Answer» D. service .
258.

Values related to truth is

A. attention
B. accuracy
C. empathy
D. ethical skills
Answer» D. ethical skills
259.

                 means freedom from mistake or error

A. perseverance
B. accuracy
C. discernment
D. service
Answer» D. service
260.

Values related to peace is

A. social skills
B. attention
C. accuracy
D. empathy
Answer» B. attention
261.

Values related to RIGHT CONDUCT is

A. social skills
B. attention
C. accuracy
D. empathy
Answer» B. attention
262.

A              is defined as a principle that promotes well-being or prevents harm

A. ethics
B. morals
C. morality
D. values
Answer» B. morals
263.

Breaking the norms is called               , and invite specific punishment

A. action
B. crime
C. laws
D. abuse
Answer» D. abuse
264.

                       is concerned with principles and practices of morals

A. ethics
B. values
C. morality
D. norms
Answer» B. values
265.

                 are the welfare principles enunciated by the wise people, based on their experience and wisdom

A. morals
B. ethics
C. values
D. morality
Answer» B. ethics
266.

Human values are

A. right conduct
B. peace
C. truth
D. all the above mentioned
Answer» E.
267.

                 are the true reasons for our actions when we have something to lose or gain as a result.

A. motives
B. schemes
C. plans
D. ruses
Answer» B. schemes
268.

According to the text, what undermines persuasion and communication?

A. facts
B. lying
C. storytelling
D. emotion
Answer» C. storytelling
269.

                 is the degree to which others can depend on us. Like reputation, it can take a lifetime to build and only seconds to destroy.

A. likability
B. persuasiveness
C. reliability
D. eloquence
Answer» C. reliability
270.

                 are beliefs and attitudes we have that can actually conflict with our ethical decisions.

A. morals
B. principles
C. virtues
D. values
Answer» B. principles
271.

“We advocate truthfulness, accuracy, honesty, and reason as essential to the integrity of communication.” This is a commitment that would most likely be found in a……………………………….

A. mission statement
B. code of ethics
C. code of conduct
D. employee handbook
Answer» D. employee handbook
272.

……………………. and the second ability is …………………………..

A. ability to discern; concentration
B. ability to visualize; devotion
C. ability to distinguish; dedication
D. ability to judge; dedication
Answer» B. ability to visualize; devotion
273.

             is the ability to commit to doing what is right no matter the situation.

A. dedication
B. drive
C. devotion
D. morale
Answer» B. drive
274.

A …….……is a set of principles that people hold themselves to or that are held by organizations or groups.

A. code of ethics
B. code of honor
C. ethical perspective
D. persuasive tactic
Answer» D. persuasive tactic
275.

Standards that decided, what kind of conduct employees of organization should possess

A. descriptive justice
B. procedural justice
C. distributive justice
D. ethics
Answer» D. ethics
276.

The word “Ethics” comes from

A. ethos
B. eternity
C. elementary
D. essentiality
Answer» B. eternity
277.

Justice and fairness of a result of a decision is often classified as

A. descriptive justice
B. procedural justice
C. distributive justice
D. severance justice
Answer» D. severance justice
278.

Fairness of process is classified as

A. descriptive justice
B. procedural justice
C. distributive justice
D. severance justice
Answer» D. severance justice
279.

Document that consists of all ethical standards that employer expects from employees is classified as

A. ethics code
B. descriptive code
C. procedural code
D. distributive code
Answer» E.
280.

Truthfulness in marketing communications is an example of:

A. ethics
B. business ethics
C. marketing ethics
D. corporate social responsibility
Answer» D. corporate social responsibility
281.

The three major types of ethical issues include except?

A. communication issues
B. systematic issues
C. corporate issues
D. individual issues
Answer» B. systematic issues
282.

                   is a personality attribute that measures the degree to which people believe they control their own fate.

A. locus of control
B. culture
C. values
D. none of the above
Answer» D. none of the above
283.

Which of these is a factor that affects ethical and unethical behaviour?

A. ethical dilemma
B. diversity
C. teamwork
D. open communication
Answer» B. diversity
284.

Which of this is a second stage of moral development?

A. principled
B. conventional
C. pre conventional
D. none of the above
Answer» B. conventional
285.

A personality measure of the strength of a person's convictions is called                   .

A. locus of control
B. ego
C. ego strength
D. none of the above
Answer» D. none of the above
286.

The term ……………………… refers to principles, values and beliefs that define right and wrong behaviour.

A. customer satisfaction
B. empowerment
C. innovation
D. ethics
Answer» D. ethics
287.

Which of these is a purpose of shared organisational values?

A. build team support
B. influence marketing efforts
C. guide managers\ decisions and actions
D. all of the above
Answer» C. guide managers\ decisions and actions
288.

A written statement of policies and principles that guides the behaviour of all employees is called

A. code of ethics
B. word of ethics
C. ethical dilemma
D. none of the above
Answer» D. none of the above
289.

What is the classical view of management's social responsibility?

A. to create specific environment in work place
B. to maximise profits
C. to protect and improve society\s welfare
D. all of the above
Answer» B. to maximise profits
290.

Ethics & Law overlap. This is called…

A. yellow area
B. white area
C. black area
D. grey area
Answer» B. white area
291.

What is business ethics?

A. the study of business situations, activities, and decisions where issues of right and wrong are addressed
B. defined as decisions organisations make on issues that could be considered right or wrong
C. ethics that can be applied to an organisation’s practises
D. ethical processes businesses use in order to achieve a good ethical standard
Answer» E.
292.

It is important to dress appropriately for work and have good personal hygiene including brushing teeth, wearing deodorant (but not strong perfume or cologne) and having neat hair.

A. appearance
B. attendance
C. attitude
D. respect
Answer» D. respect
293.

Some jobs cannot be done alone and some can be done much better and faster if you possess the quality of …………………………………………...

A. responsibility
B. respect
C. teamwork
D. cooperation
Answer» B. respect
294.

Having ………………………………..means you can be trusted to do what you are expected to do at work

A. responsibility
B. respect
C. teamwork
D. cooperation
Answer» C. teamwork
295.

. …………… work ethic is important because when you are at work, you are expected to perform your duties without wasting time or getting paid for doing very little.

A. loyalty
B. organizational skills
C. productivity
D. respect
Answer» D. respect
296.

If you have ……………………………., you will be a trusted person because they will see that you are committed to your company.

A. loyalty
B. organizational skills
C. productivity
D. respect
Answer» B. organizational skills
297.

If you can keep things at work in order and have a neat workplace, then you have great ……… ….

A. loyalty
B. organizational skills
C. productivity
D. respect
Answer» B. organizational skills
298.

It is always important to……………………. yourself, others and the place where you work.

A. appearance
B. cooperate
C. communicate
D. respect
Answer» D. respect
299.

You are a person with a high level of…………………………………..if you stand by your values even if others put pressure on you to do something that is wrong or if they make fun of you.

A. communication
B. cooperation
C. honesty
D. integrity
Answer» E.
300.

………………………………………….skills such as writing, speaking and body language are important work ethics so that you can be clear in your messages to others.

A. communication
B. cooperation
C. honesty
D. integrity
Answer» B. cooperation