WGU D333 ETHICS IN TECHNOLOGY
EXAM PREPARATION QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. Which ethical framework focuses on the idea that an action is right if it produces the
greatest good for the greatest number of people?
A. Virtue Ethics
B. Deontology
C. Utilitarianism
D. Fairness Approach
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Utilitarianism is a consequentialist theory that evaluates the
morality of an action based on its outcomes, specifically aiming for the maximum utility or
happiness for the majority.
,2. A software engineer discovers a critical vulnerability in a system but is told by their
manager to ignore it to meet a release deadline. According to the ACM Code of Ethics, what is
the primary responsibility of the engineer?
A. Follow the manager’s orders to maintain corporate hierarchy.
B. Hold paramount the public health, safety, and welfare.
C. Publicly disclose the flaw immediately on social media.
D. Resign immediately without reporting the issue.
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The ACM Code of Ethics emphasizes that the public interest is
the central priority, requiring professionals to address risks to safety and welfare.
3. Under the GDPR, what is the ‘Right to be Forgotten’?
A. The right to have personal data encrypted so it cannot be read.
B. The right to use a pseudonym when signing up for social media.
C. The right to browse the internet without being tracked by cookies.
D. The right to request that a data controller erase personal data under certain conditions.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Right to Erasure, or ‘Right to be Forgotten’, allows
individuals to request the deletion of their personal data when it is no longer necessary or
consent is withdrawn.
, 4. Which law was passed in response to financial scandals like Enron to increase corporate
responsibility and transparency?
A. Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
B. HIPAA
C. CFAA
D. FERPA
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: SOX was enacted in 2002 to protect investors by improving the
accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures.
5. What is the primary difference between a bribe and a gift in a business context?
A. A bribe is given with the expectation of an official action in return, while a gift is a token
of appreciation without specific strings attached.
B. A gift is always cheaper than a bribe.
C. Bribes are only given to government officials, while gifts are for private sector
employees.
D. Gifts are taxable, whereas bribes are not.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The intent behind the transaction is the key differentiator; a
bribe seeks to influence a specific decision or action.
EXAM PREPARATION QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. Which ethical framework focuses on the idea that an action is right if it produces the
greatest good for the greatest number of people?
A. Virtue Ethics
B. Deontology
C. Utilitarianism
D. Fairness Approach
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Utilitarianism is a consequentialist theory that evaluates the
morality of an action based on its outcomes, specifically aiming for the maximum utility or
happiness for the majority.
,2. A software engineer discovers a critical vulnerability in a system but is told by their
manager to ignore it to meet a release deadline. According to the ACM Code of Ethics, what is
the primary responsibility of the engineer?
A. Follow the manager’s orders to maintain corporate hierarchy.
B. Hold paramount the public health, safety, and welfare.
C. Publicly disclose the flaw immediately on social media.
D. Resign immediately without reporting the issue.
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The ACM Code of Ethics emphasizes that the public interest is
the central priority, requiring professionals to address risks to safety and welfare.
3. Under the GDPR, what is the ‘Right to be Forgotten’?
A. The right to have personal data encrypted so it cannot be read.
B. The right to use a pseudonym when signing up for social media.
C. The right to browse the internet without being tracked by cookies.
D. The right to request that a data controller erase personal data under certain conditions.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Right to Erasure, or ‘Right to be Forgotten’, allows
individuals to request the deletion of their personal data when it is no longer necessary or
consent is withdrawn.
, 4. Which law was passed in response to financial scandals like Enron to increase corporate
responsibility and transparency?
A. Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
B. HIPAA
C. CFAA
D. FERPA
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: SOX was enacted in 2002 to protect investors by improving the
accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures.
5. What is the primary difference between a bribe and a gift in a business context?
A. A bribe is given with the expectation of an official action in return, while a gift is a token
of appreciation without specific strings attached.
B. A gift is always cheaper than a bribe.
C. Bribes are only given to government officials, while gifts are for private sector
employees.
D. Gifts are taxable, whereas bribes are not.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The intent behind the transaction is the key differentiator; a
bribe seeks to influence a specific decision or action.
