12 Questions
What is a moral agent?
A person capable of discerning right from wrong based on reason
Which branch of ethics focuses on the moral character of a person?
Virtue Ethics
What term is synonymous with consequentialism outside the discipline of philosophy?
Utilitarianism
In moral reasoning, what does moral feeling refer to?
How beliefs guide interactions with others
Which Normative Theory of Ethics is derived from the Greek word 'deon' meaning 'duty'?
Deontology
What differentiates virtue ethics from other normative theories?
It revolves around the moral character of a person
According to Aristotle, what is the potential of ethical principles when properly applied?
To change human beings to the best kinds of beings they can become
How does Niccolo Machiavelli view human nature in relation to ethics?
As wicked, egocentric, and requiring coercive authority for ethical behavior
What distinguishes humans from other animals according to Robert Bowie?
Rational capacity for making moral decisions
Why is understanding human nature essential for thinking about ethics?
Assumptions about human nature form the basis for ethical considerations
According to John Locke and Rousseau, what is a key attribute of humans enabling ethical behavior?
Rational capacity to differentiate right from wrong
What role does human nature play in the beginning of ethical considerations?
Forms the basis of assumptions about ethics
Explore the significance of ethics in the marketing of sports as commodities, derived from the Greek word 'ethos' meaning 'character' and 'conduct'. Gain insights into the relationship between ethics and human nature in the context of sports marketing.
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