10 Questions
What is culture characterized by?
Being ambiguous and often meaning different things to different people
How is culture sometimes described in a lazy way?
As a substitute for more specific words
What does the anthropological use of the term 'culture' refer to?
The total way of life of a discrete society, including its traditions, habits, beliefs, and art
Why is interpreting ethical principles challenging when applying them to specific actions or practices?
Because interpretation is required to apply ethical principles to particular actions or practices
In evaluating social practices ethically, what is needed beyond human rights and ethical principles?
Features that go beyond human rights and ethical principles
What is the duty to not do bad referred to as in the 'four principles' of bioethics?
Maleficence
Which principle, frequently mentioned in bioethics discussions, is identified as a conservative force for maintaining the status quo?
Respect for tradition
In debates over ethical principles, what is the contrasting pair often mentioned with 'autonomy, nonmaleficence, beneficence, justice'?
'Compassion, professional competence'
Which activity is used as an example of a morally neutral cultural custom rooted in society?
Dancing and prayer
What is often cited as a customary norm that can potentially conflict with the principle of respect for autonomy?
Marriage and funeral rites
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