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The concept of acting in a way that solely benefits oneself is known as ______.
The concept of acting in a way that solely benefits oneself is known as ______.
Ethical Egoism
When one believes that moral truths are self-evident and require no external justification, they are adhering to ______.
When one believes that moral truths are self-evident and require no external justification, they are adhering to ______.
Intuitionism
The philosophical challenge of determining the basis for the validity and reliability of moral beliefs is referred to as ______.
The philosophical challenge of determining the basis for the validity and reliability of moral beliefs is referred to as ______.
The Grounding Problem
Advocating for the fair allocation of resources, opportunities, and responsibilities within a society aligns with the principles of ______.
Advocating for the fair allocation of resources, opportunities, and responsibilities within a society aligns with the principles of ______.
The ethical stance that judges the morality of an action based solely on its outcomes or consequences is known as ______.
The ethical stance that judges the morality of an action based solely on its outcomes or consequences is known as ______.
To act with ______ is to perform acts of kindness and goodwill towards others, often without expecting anything in return.
To act with ______ is to perform acts of kindness and goodwill towards others, often without expecting anything in return.
The idea that different moral principles can simultaneously hold true, making the 'right' choice dependent on the specific situation is called ______.
The idea that different moral principles can simultaneously hold true, making the 'right' choice dependent on the specific situation is called ______.
A doctor who administers medication to a terminally ill patient, at the patient's request, to end their life is engaging in ______.
A doctor who administers medication to a terminally ill patient, at the patient's request, to end their life is engaging in ______.
The belief that what is right and wrong is determined by the commands of a higher power is called ______.
The belief that what is right and wrong is determined by the commands of a higher power is called ______.
Unlike other cells, ______ have the unique ability to differentiate into any type of cell in the body, providing potential treatments for various diseases.
Unlike other cells, ______ have the unique ability to differentiate into any type of cell in the body, providing potential treatments for various diseases.
Flashcards
Absolutism
Absolutism
Belief that some moral rules apply to everyone, always.
Act Utilitarianism
Act Utilitarianism
The best action maximizes happiness for the most people in each situation.
Agency
Agency
The ability to make independent choices and act on them.
Altruism
Altruism
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Applied Ethics
Applied Ethics
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Beneficence
Beneficence
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Categorical Imperative
Categorical Imperative
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Consequentialism
Consequentialism
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Distributive Justice
Distributive Justice
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Divine Command Theory
Divine Command Theory
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Study Notes
- Absolutism asserts that certain moral rules are universally applicable, regardless of circumstances.
- Act Utilitarianism posits that the best action maximizes happiness for the greatest number of individuals in each specific situation.
- Agency refers to the capacity to make independent choices and act accordingly.
- Altruism involves selfless assistance to others without expecting personal gain.
- Applied Ethics deals with real-world moral dilemmas like those in medicine or business, rather than theoretical discussions.
- Beneficence is the practice of performing good deeds and acts of kindness towards others.
- Categorical Imperative, according to Kant, is the principle that moral rules should be followed unconditionally because they are inherently right.
- Consequentialism determines the morality of an action based solely on its outcomes.
- Distributive Justice concerns the fair allocation of resources, opportunities, and responsibilities within a society.
- Divine Command Theory asserts that morality is dictated by the commands of a divine being.
- Deontology is the belief that certain actions are intrinsically right or wrong, irrespective of their consequences.
- Embryonic Stem Cells are early-stage embryo cells with the potential to differentiate into various cell types, offering potential for disease treatment.
- Ethical Egoism is the principle that individuals should always act in their own self-interest.
- Ethical Pluralism suggests that various moral principles can coexist, and the appropriate choice varies by situation.
- Euthanasia is the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve suffering, when requested by the individual.
- The Grounding Problem is the philosophical difficulty of establishing the basis for moral truths or beliefs.
- Intuitionism is the belief that moral truths are self-evident and known without requiring proof.
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