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What is the focus of deontology, according to Immanuel Kant?
Universal moral laws that can be applied in all situations
Why is ethics considered part of the identity of individual members in many groups?
Because it fosters close human relationships
How did Kant believe humans can understand universal moral laws?
By applying reasoning and understanding
What is the major concern of ethics in practical decision making?
The nature of ultimate value
In earlier usage, what did the term 'ethics' refer to?
The field of study that has morality as its subject matter
What is the term 'ethics' used to refer to?
A system or code of moral rules
How are ethics and morality different?
Ethics refers to moral codes or value systems, while morality refers to the study of moral right and wrong
What does the term 'ethics' now refer to in many contexts?
Particular moral codes or value systems
What does the term 'morality' usually involve?
A systematic set of beliefs held in common by a group
What is the primary focus of the term 'ethics'?
The study of moral right and wrong
Explore the concept of ethics and its philosophical study, including the ideas of moral right and wrong, good and bad. Learn about different theories, systems, and codes of moral principles associated with various religions, cultures, and professions.
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