Ethics and Philosophy: Exploring the Origins and Concepts
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What does the term 'ethics' correspond to according to its etymology?

  • Virtue and vice
  • Beliefs and superstitions
  • Emotions and feelings
  • Character and customs (correct)
  • Who was the first to recognize the need to define ethical concepts and establish a universal standard?

  • Socrates (correct)
  • Homer
  • Plato
  • Aristotle
  • What did Plato find as his standard for ethics?

  • Moral relativism
  • Subjective opinions
  • Social contracts
  • Ideal Forms (correct)
  • What do moral standards refer to according to the text?

    <p>Norms about morally acceptable actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the validity of moral standards come from?

    <p>Line of reasoning that supports them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is ethics also known as?

    <p>Moral philosophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the moral standard for egoism?

    <p>Always do what is in your own best interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kantianism, what is considered a moral mandate for all?

    <p>Whatever we wish for everyone to do</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the moral standard for subjectivism emphasize?

    <p>Do whatever you think is correct, being the final arbiter of morality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of moral reasoning?

    <p>Applying critical analysis to determine right from wrong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who studies moral reasoning alongside philosophers?

    <p>Psychologists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes people reaching strong moral conclusions without logical reasoning?

    <p>Moral dumbfounding</p> Signup and view all the answers

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