Philo
Philo
Philo
2: EVALUATING SCENARIOS
May kakaiba 1. Selma continuously supports her friend Georgia in flirting someone else’s
husband.
Reason: Because she supported her friend for flirting the other woman husband’s which is
wrong since it might cause harm and arguments between her and the couple plus it will ruin
also their relationship especially their family.
Good 2. President Duterte orders several government agencies to continue placing dolomite
sands in a small portion of Manila Bay during pandemic.
Reason: It will help to uplift public morale by enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the area,
providing a positive and visually pleasing environment amid challenging times.
May kakaiba 3. Mae is in the verge of failing her exam in General Mathematics. While she is
taking the exams, she received a small piece of paper from his classmate Ben. The piece of
paper contains all the answers for the last portion of the exam.
Reason: Because Ben was probably cheating through the entire of their examination.
Good 4. Molina is in-charge of the distribution of medicines in her barangay. The local
government of Imus usually provides for extra packages of medicines as a buffer stock or
reserve in case of uncounted members of barangay. One day, Josielyn, a citizen from Calamba
City, offers to buy the extra packages of medicine from Molina, because there is a shortage of
medicines in Calamba. Molina, in turn, sold the extra medicines to Josielyn.
Reason: Because It’s important for public officials to prioritize the needs of their constituents
and adhere to ethical standards in handling resources meant for public welfare.
May kakaiba 5. Gladys is the gate custodian of Bilibid prison. One day, the former Mayor of
Calauan Laguna and convicted of complex crime of Rape with homicide Antonio Sanchez who
has kidney illness asks Gladys to allow him to buy some medicine to alleviate the pain caused by
his kidney disease. However, Gladys did not allow the request and instead reported the former
Mayor’s attempt to go outside the penal colony.
Reason: Because he prioritized following the rules and reporting the former Mayor’s attempt to
leave the penal colony rather than allowing him to buy medicine which
is most important.
May kakaiba 6. Samson oversees the installation of an internet satellite in Camp Caringal. While
the construction is ongoing, his wife Lizjoy called him because their son Erwin is sick. Lizjoy
asked Samson to return to their house because Erwin misses him so much. Samson said he
cannot return immediately because the Chinese contractors are spoof.
Reason: Samson can ask his Chinese contractors for the urgency of his son’s illness. Every
employees should have a balance work and family concerns in such situations.
May kakaiba 7. Ruby is the best online seller in her town. She can earn as much as 10,000 php
per day. On the other hand, Celeste is a newbie in online selling. She barely earned a thousand
peso for a day. Knowing Ruby’s ability to sell online, Celeste approached Ruby and asked the
latter to teach her how to be a successful online entrepreneur. Ruby asked for a tutorial fee,
because she said that it entails a lot of work just to make a online strategy work.
Reason: Ruby shouldn’t do that and see the situation to just have it as an opportunity to gain
money again. Ruby should help Celeste because both of them are just wanting to earn money.
May kakaiba 8. Ylah is a dean’s lister in her department – School of Business Management and
Accountancy of De La Salle University. At the same time, she is the captain of the table tennis
team in the said school. Her boyfriend, Armando usually complains because Ylah has minimal
time for him. Because Armando thinks Ylah is too busy with her own life, he broke his 6 years
relationship with the young lady.
Reason: Because a person that’s in a relationship should require of understanding and support
within each other as a partner and they should also have an open dialogue to navigate such
challenges.
May kakaiba 9. Jovi and Rency are good friends. They are schoolmates since their. However,
there is no venue to hold the meeting. Jovi requested Rency to allow them first year in college.
Because of great academic performance, Jovi has been elected as the vice-president of the
college department. On the other hand, Rency has been chosen as the in-charge of the college’s
laboratories since she is trustworthy and keen in details. One day, the college’s student council
needs to meet for a quarterly review of their activities to use the department’s physics
laboratory, but Rency denied such a request.
Reason: Jovi and Rency should discuss the situation to understand the reasons behind the
decision and find a resolution that benefits both the student council and the department.
May kakaiba 10. Ariel is an LTO officer who has a lot of connections is the said office. He usually
accepts under the table transactions from people who want to expedite their application for a
driver’s license. His sister Amor once asked him why he’s doing those kinds of transactions. Ariel
answered that he simply wants to help people by avoiding the grueling application process in
the LTO.
Reason: While he claims to be helping people, such practices can undermine the fairness and
integrity of the application process. It’s essential for public officials like Ariel to uphold
transparency and adhere to proper procedures to ensure a fair and just system for everyone.
LEARNING TASK NO. 3: COMPLETE THE CHART BELOW.
Decision 2:
I decided not to be jealous on 1 They are happy that I There were no negative
my siblings if they have given understand it and because I happened or any hurt of
my family what they want know there are also a lot of feelings that I’ve felt.
for example a food or a treat things that my family give for
because when they weren’t our needs and they love us
born yet, I was the first child fairly.
that was given also of what I
wanted.
Decision 3:
1 leads me for personal
Pursuing an education and growth, and increased my
acquiring new skills for knowledge. NONE
myself.
2 Boosts my confidence and
positive thinking.
1.) What are your prior considerations for making those decisions?
- Outcome, the possible consequences, time, Goals and values. To consider the potential
outcomes and consequences of my decision, because having an incorrect decisions can lead to
my negative consequences in the future. Second is my Emotions, I will avoid making decisions
based on emotions, for they can cloud judgment and lead to hasty decisions over myself. Third,
is the time
to give myself time to think and weigh the pros and cons of each option. Last is
Goals and values: I will Factor my goals and values when making decisions, as this can help me
to choose the best option.
2.) What are your considerations for classifying the effect of your action as a positive one?
-My Emotional Impact; A positive effect is often associated with an emotional response that is
pleasant or favorable. When classifying the effect of an action, it is essential to consider the
emotional impact it has on the individuals involved. The outcome of an action is another crucial
factor to consider when classifying its effect. If the action leads to a desirable result, it is more
likely to be deemed positive. The intent behind the action is also an essential factor to consider.
If the action is performed with good intentions and genuine concern for the well-being of
others, it is more likely to be classified as positive.
3.) What are your considerations for classifying the effect of your action as a negative one?
-When classifying the effect of an action as negative is its impact on the well-being of individuals
or communities. Actions that result in harm, suffering, or a decrease in overall well-being are
often classified as negative.
4.) In making those decisions, are you free in doing them? If yes, how? If no, what binds
you?
-Making a decision is generally considered a free choice for a person to do, as individuals have
the ability to exercise their free will in various aspects of their lives. However, numerous factors
can impact an individual’s decision-making process, and these factors may limit an individual’s
ability to exercise free will. Ultimately, the extent to which these factors impact an individual’s
decision-making process will depend on the person’s values, beliefs, and experiences.
5.) What are your considerations in saying that you made a “best decision?”
-My considerations in saying that I have made a best decision if I didn't hurt anybody and I
achieved what are my desire. Having a best decision is all about making a well-informed choice
that aligns with my values and goals with positive outcome not just on me, but also on
everybody that surrounds me.
WHAT’S MORE
LEARNING TASK NO. 5A
5) Studying 5) Headache
1.Do nothing and allow the trolley to kill the five people on the main track.
2. Pull the lever, diverting the trolley onto the sidetrack where it will kill one person.
2. What are your considerations for saying that your choice is the right thing?
-My consideration that I can say it is the right thing if I have peace both of my heart and
mind.
3. Following the concept of Intellectual choice, will your decision be the same? Why
or why not?
-No because if I chose intellectual choice which means following an ethical and moral
considerations, I might kill that one person on the other trail and I don’t want to do it
since i’ll be killing someone’s life. But if ever there is no choice and I can’t even stop or
say to the driver of the train to stop because of the time that’s moving, then I will let
that one person to be die instead of those five people unto the other trail to reduce
overall casualties.
4. Following the concept of Practical choice, will your decision be the same? Why or
why not?
5. Wasyourdecisionachoicebasedonyourunderstandingorbasedonsome reference?
-Based from reference since I shared it on my mother for what is the best and right
decision to choose between the options.
Learning Task No. 7:
Supposed that you are the main character in the situation, and you are required to act or
to decide:
ANSWERS:
1.A. As Atty. Nathalie Joy, I would face a profound ethical dilemma. While I am
committed to upholding the legal profession's sanctity and preserving the attorney-client
privilege, I must also consider the what’s on the situation. In this scenario, I would likely
recuse myself from representing Zandy due to the conflict of interest arising from the
personal connection with the deceased judge. I might advise Zandy to seek legal counsel
from another qualified attorney to ensure a fair and unbiased representation.
Additionally, I may consider reporting the information about Zandy's involvement in the
judge's assassination to the appropriate authorities, as it poses a serious ethical and
legal dilemma.
C.The cost may be personal emotional distress, but maintaining professional integrity is
paramount.
3.A. As Dr. Nicole, I would prioritize my professional integrity, conduct an unbiased drug
test, and resist any attempts at bribery or coercion. I would document the mayor's offer
and inform the relevant authorities, ensuring a fair investigation.
C. The potential cost of this decision may involve facing threats or harm to my family, but
maintaining ethical standards is crucial for the justice system and public trust.