Kantian Ethics and Duty-based Approach

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

According to the principle of 'Ought implies Can', what is a necessary condition for having a moral obligation?

  • Having the ability or freedom to perform the action (correct)
  • Being in a position of authority or power
  • Believing that the action is ethically correct
  • Having a strong sense of duty or responsibility

If a person is physically unable to perform a certain action, according to the 'Ought implies Can' principle, can they be morally obligated to do it?

  • No, because they lack the ability to perform the action (correct)
  • Yes, if they have a strong sense of duty or responsibility
  • Yes, as long as they believe it is the right thing to do
  • No, unless they are in a position of authority or power

According to Joseph Fletcher's interpretation of the 'Ought implies Can' principle, what determines our moral obligations?

  • The potential consequences of our actions
  • Our current circumstances and capabilities (correct)
  • The universal moral laws or ethical principles
  • Our position in society or authority over others

According to Hornedo's perspective on freedom and responsibility, what is the essence of freedom connected to?

<p>Our energy and inner strength (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the 'Ought implies Can' principle, if a person lies due to coercion or fear for their safety, can they be held morally responsible for lying?

<p>No, because they did not have the freedom to act otherwise (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

More Like This

Kantian Ethics Overview
10 questions

Kantian Ethics Overview

UnbeatableSatellite5566 avatar
UnbeatableSatellite5566
Kantian Deontological Ethics Flashcards
12 questions
Kantian Ethics Quiz
32 questions

Kantian Ethics Quiz

ViewableSynthesizer4152 avatar
ViewableSynthesizer4152
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser