Kantian Ethics vs

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Why would those who think non-rational beings have moral worth of their own disagree with Kant?

  • Kant believed that non-rational beings have equal moral worth as rational beings
  • Kant considered non-rational beings superior in moral worth
  • Kant believed that only rational beings have moral worth (correct)
  • Kant's philosophy did not address the moral worth of non-rational beings

Why would someone who believes in the moral worth of non-rational beings likely have a different view from Kant?

  • They may agree with Kant's philosophy on moral worth
  • They may think Kant's views on moral worth are irrelevant
  • They may believe that all beings, rational or non-rational, have inherent moral worth (correct)
  • They may believe that non-rational beings have no moral worth

How does Kant's view on moral worth differ from those who think non-rational beings have moral worth of their own?

  • Kant considered non-rational beings superior in moral worth
  • Kant believed that moral worth is independent of rationality
  • Kant believed that only rational beings possess moral worth (correct)
  • Kant's philosophy did not address the concept of moral worth

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