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According to Ethical Egoism, when is an action considered right?
According to Ethical Egoism, when is an action considered right?
- If it is in the interest of the agent (correct)
- If it benefits the majority
- If it aligns with theological principles
- If it follows moral laws
What does Nonconsequential (Deontological) ethics depend on?
What does Nonconsequential (Deontological) ethics depend on?
- Intrinsic nature, motives, intentions, rules, and principles (correct)
- Consequences and outcomes
- Social norms and customs
- Majority opinion
What does Situational ethics emphasize in determining the morality of an action?
What does Situational ethics emphasize in determining the morality of an action?
- Conformity to legal standards
- Dependence on the situation (correct)
- Adherence to theological principles
- Alignment with authoritarian beliefs
What does Theoretical ethics primarily study?
What does Theoretical ethics primarily study?
What does Authoritarian ethics appeal to in determining right from wrong?
What does Authoritarian ethics appeal to in determining right from wrong?
What does Moral skepticism reject?
What does Moral skepticism reject?
According to Ethical Egoism, what does descriptive ethical egoism suggest about individuals?
According to Ethical Egoism, what does descriptive ethical egoism suggest about individuals?
What does Theological ethics attribute moral guidance to?
What does Theological ethics attribute moral guidance to?
What does Situational ethics emphasize in determining the morality of an action?
What does Situational ethics emphasize in determining the morality of an action?
According to Nonconsequential (Deontological) ethics, what does the morality of an action depend on?
According to Nonconsequential (Deontological) ethics, what does the morality of an action depend on?
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Ethical Egoism
Ethical Egoism
An action is considered right if it is in the self-interest of the person performing it.
Nonconsequential (Deontological) Ethics
Nonconsequential (Deontological) Ethics
Depends on intrinsic nature, motives, intentions, rules, and principles.
Situational Ethics
Situational Ethics
Emphasizes that the morality of an action depends on the specific situation.
Theoretical Ethics
Theoretical Ethics
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Authoritarian Ethics
Authoritarian Ethics
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Moral Skepticism
Moral Skepticism
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Descriptive Ethical Egoism
Descriptive Ethical Egoism
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Theological Ethics
Theological Ethics
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Study Notes
Object of Ethics
- Physical Object refers to an institution or the like, not a person
- Non-Physical Object refers to an action done by an agent, including malicious deeds
General Forms of Acts
- Act of Man:
- Involuntary Acts: intuitive or reflex acts, e.g. beating of the heart, breathing, scratching, etc.
- Voluntary Acts: natural acts, e.g. sleeping, eating, drinking, etc.
- Human Act:
- Deliberate
- Intentional
- Voluntary
- Within the preview of Human Judgement
- Classified as Moral/ethical or Immoral/unethical acts
Components of Moral Acts
- Intention: motive of the act
- Means: act or object employed to carry out the intent
- End: intent of the act is assumed directed towards a desired end, and the means employed will help achieve the end
Forms of Ethical Analysis
- Descriptive: suited to empirical sciences
- Normative: description of what people find morally good and morally bad, but seeks to discover norms that ought to guide actions
- Consequential (Teleological): action is determined by consequences
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