Guiding Principles and Morality

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What primarily influences individual moral principles?

  • Biological instincts
  • Universal laws that apply to all
  • Religious doctrines alone
  • Society, experiences, and personal beliefs (correct)

Which statement best reflects the nature of morals across different cultures?

  • Morals evolve and completely change with every society.
  • Morals are completely uniform across all cultures.
  • All morals are inherently flawed and subjective.
  • Some morals can remain constant despite cultural differences. (correct)

How can morals be described in relation to their variability?

  • Morals exist outside of human experience and cultural influence.
  • Morals are influenced by external factors yet retain some constants. (correct)
  • Morals are fixed and unchanging over time.
  • Morals are purely subjective and lack any basis for consistency.

What aspect of morals does not generally change regardless of the environment?

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Which of the following factors is least likely to impact an individual's moral beliefs?

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Flashcards

Morals

Principles that determine what's right and wrong.

Morals are influenced

Morals are shaped by things like our culture, personal beliefs, and experiences.

Universal Morals

Even with cultural differences, some moral principles are generally accepted worldwide.

Moral Values

The specific moral beliefs, opinions, and perspectives of an individual, group, or society.

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Morality is Varied

Morality is a complex field with many different interpretations and perspectives.

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Study Notes

Guiding Principles and Morality

  • Individual guiding principles, separating right from wrong, are shaped by society, experiences, and personal beliefs.
  • These principles can differ significantly across cultures and locations.
  • Certain moral beliefs seem consistent despite differing external contexts.
  • Moral beliefs, viewpoints, and attitudes vary among individuals, societies, and groups.

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