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What is the main difference between cultural relativism and ethical relativism?
What is the main difference between cultural relativism and ethical relativism?
- Cultural relativism emphasizes universal moral truths, while ethical relativism emphasizes subjective moral principles.
- Cultural relativism focuses on ethical standards within societies, while ethical relativism focuses on individual moral beliefs. (correct)
- Cultural relativism imposes external judgments, while ethical relativism avoids judgment altogether.
- Cultural relativism respects diverse cultural practices, while ethical relativism challenges cultural norms.
What is a key characteristic of cultural relativism?
What is a key characteristic of cultural relativism?
- Respecting diverse cultural norms and values (correct)
- Imposing external judgments on cultural practices
- Objective ethical standards across societies
- Belief in universal moral truths
How does ethical relativism view moral principles?
How does ethical relativism view moral principles?
- As universally applicable
- As objective truths
- As culturally specific (correct)
- As immutable standards
What is a criticism often directed at cultural relativism?
What is a criticism often directed at cultural relativism?
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How does cultural relativism approach cultural practices?
How does cultural relativism approach cultural practices?
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In ethical relativism, who determines what is morally right or wrong?
In ethical relativism, who determines what is morally right or wrong?
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What is ethnocentrism?
What is ethnocentrism?
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How can ethnocentric attitudes affect individuals?
How can ethnocentric attitudes affect individuals?
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What is xenophobia characterized by?
What is xenophobia characterized by?
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How does xenophobia manifest?
How does xenophobia manifest?
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What is a key factor contributing to xenophobia?
What is a key factor contributing to xenophobia?
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How can one address xenophobia effectively?
How can one address xenophobia effectively?
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