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What is the central focus of Kantian ethics?
What is the central focus of Kantian ethics?
- Practical wisdom and ethical behavior
- Cultivating virtues in the pursuit of the good life
- The importance of intentions and respect for persons (correct)
- The tripartite soul and the role of reason
How does Plato's ethical theory differ from Aristotle's and Kant's approaches?
How does Plato's ethical theory differ from Aristotle's and Kant's approaches?
- Plato emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues in the pursuit of the good life
- Plato's virtues are more abstract and tied to the notion of the ideal forms
- Plato's focus is on the philosopher-kings and the role of reason in guiding ethical behavior
- Both a and c (correct)
According to Kantian ethics, what is the key principle that should guide business decision-making?
According to Kantian ethics, what is the key principle that should guide business decision-making?
- Both b and c (correct)
- Treating employees, customers, and other stakeholders with respect and dignity
- Prioritizing fairness and transparency in interactions with stakeholders
- Consistency in decision-making and adherence to moral rules that can be consistently applied
How does Plato's emphasis on the tripartite soul differ from Aristotle's and Kant's approaches?
How does Plato's emphasis on the tripartite soul differ from Aristotle's and Kant's approaches?
What is the key difference between Plato's and Aristotle's emphasis on virtues in their ethical theories?
What is the key difference between Plato's and Aristotle's emphasis on virtues in their ethical theories?
How does Kantian ethics differ from Plato's ethical theory in terms of the role of reason?
How does Kantian ethics differ from Plato's ethical theory in terms of the role of reason?
What is the primary focus of virtue ethics, as formulated by Aristotle?
What is the primary focus of virtue ethics, as formulated by Aristotle?
According to Aristotle, what is the ultimate goal of human life?
According to Aristotle, what is the ultimate goal of human life?
What is the central idea in Kantian (deontological) ethics?
What is the central idea in Kantian (deontological) ethics?
According to Kant, what is the basis for moral principles in deontological ethics?
According to Kant, what is the basis for moral principles in deontological ethics?
What is the 'doctrine of the mean' in Aristotle's virtue ethics?
What is the 'doctrine of the mean' in Aristotle's virtue ethics?
Which ethical theory is primarily concerned with the consequences of individual actions?
Which ethical theory is primarily concerned with the consequences of individual actions?
