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What is one of Immanuel Kant's basic rules regarding actions?
What is one of Immanuel Kant's basic rules regarding actions?
- Make actions based on emotional responses.
- Act only on rules that can be universally agreed upon. (correct)
- Always prioritize personal benefit over others.
- Focus on outcomes rather than intentions.
According to Kant, how should laws be created?
According to Kant, how should laws be created?
- To uphold the power of authorities.
- To benefit a select few individuals.
- To allow people to make their own choices. (correct)
- To restrict individual autonomy.
What is a key principle of deontological ethics as discussed in the content?
What is a key principle of deontological ethics as discussed in the content?
- Lying can be acceptable if it serves a greater good.
- Moral rules should be flexible based on circumstances.
- People should never treat others merely as means to an end. (correct)
- Individuals should act according to personal feelings.
What does the content suggest about the limitations of individual autonomy?
What does the content suggest about the limitations of individual autonomy?
What does consequentialism primarily focus on when evaluating the morality of actions?
What does consequentialism primarily focus on when evaluating the morality of actions?
Which of the following actions would contradict Kant's ethical views?
Which of the following actions would contradict Kant's ethical views?
What is a significant challenge associated with utilitarianism as highlighted in the content?
What is a significant challenge associated with utilitarianism as highlighted in the content?
According to deontology, what is the main criterion for evaluating the morality of an action?
According to deontology, what is the main criterion for evaluating the morality of an action?
Which of the following does NOT represent one of Immanuel Kant's rules in his deontological approach?
Which of the following does NOT represent one of Immanuel Kant's rules in his deontological approach?
In the context of ethical theories, what is a fundamental difference between deontology and consequentialism?
In the context of ethical theories, what is a fundamental difference between deontology and consequentialism?
What does the term 'ethics' primarily deal with?
What does the term 'ethics' primarily deal with?
Which of the following best defines an ethical dilemma?
Which of the following best defines an ethical dilemma?
Which ethical approach focuses on the outcomes of actions?
Which ethical approach focuses on the outcomes of actions?
What is the primary concern of deontology in ethical decision-making?
What is the primary concern of deontology in ethical decision-making?
Which of the following is NOT a branch of ethics?
Which of the following is NOT a branch of ethics?
In the context of ethical dilemmas, sharing personal information of individuals can raise concerns about what?
In the context of ethical dilemmas, sharing personal information of individuals can raise concerns about what?
Which ethical approach emphasizes the importance of character and virtuous behavior?
Which ethical approach emphasizes the importance of character and virtuous behavior?
What aspects does ethics help to determine in a situation?
What aspects does ethics help to determine in a situation?
What primarily distinguishes values from morality?
What primarily distinguishes values from morality?
In the context of moral knowledge, what does moral skepticism suggest?
In the context of moral knowledge, what does moral skepticism suggest?
How might a consequentialist view the use of AI in hiring?
How might a consequentialist view the use of AI in hiring?
What is the primary characteristic of values?
What is the primary characteristic of values?
What role do values play in guiding behavior within a society?
What role do values play in guiding behavior within a society?
What is a key argument made by a deontologist regarding AI in hiring?
What is a key argument made by a deontologist regarding AI in hiring?
Which statement best defines normative theories in moral knowledge?
Which statement best defines normative theories in moral knowledge?
What does moral skepticism assert about moral knowledge?
What does moral skepticism assert about moral knowledge?
How does the subjectively-based/non-theoretical method of moral knowledge function?
How does the subjectively-based/non-theoretical method of moral knowledge function?
Which of the following is an example of a value in action?
Which of the following is an example of a value in action?
What distinguishes values from factual statements?
What distinguishes values from factual statements?
What is a characteristic of moral skepticism?
What is a characteristic of moral skepticism?
Which method of moral knowledge challenges the existence of any absolute moral principles?
Which method of moral knowledge challenges the existence of any absolute moral principles?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Ethical Theories
- Ethics encompasses moral principles and values, addressing what is right and wrong, good and bad, and fair and unfair.
- Key branches of ethics include Consequentialism, Deontology, and Virtue Ethics.
Ethical Dilemma
- An ethical dilemma arises when one must choose between two undesirable options, where the ‘correct’ action is guided by moral goodness rather than practical outcomes.
- Such dilemmas can involve competing moral principles and values, often leading to complex decision-making scenarios.
Ethical Theories: Consequentialism
- Utilitarianism, a form of consequentialism, evaluates actions based on their outcomes and overall happiness caused.
- Potential issues in Utilitarianism include unpredictable results and difficulties in determining whose happiness should be prioritized.
Ethical Theories: Deontology
- Deontology emphasizes adherence to moral rules and duties, irrespective of the consequences.
- Immanuel Kant proposed three basic rules for deontological ethics:
- Act only according to maxims that can be universalized.
- Treat individuals as ends in themselves, not merely as means.
- Create laws allowing individuals to make autonomous choices.
Values
- Values are beliefs or principles considered significant by individuals or society and can vary widely across cultures.
- They guide behavior and decision-making processes.
Methods of Moral Knowledge
- Subjectively-based/Non-Theoretical: Moral knowledge rooted in personal experiences and feelings rather than universal principles.
- Normative Theories: Theoretical frameworks aimed at establishing universal moral principles through reasoning and observation.
- Moral Skepticism: The viewpoint that asserting moral right or wrong is uncertain, as moral judgments are subjective.
Values and Morality
- Values influence choices and actions and serve as guiding principles, while morality constitutes the collective standards guiding what is considered right and wrong in behavior.
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