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What determines the moral responsibility of a person over an act with unintended results?
What determines the moral responsibility of a person over an act with unintended results?
- The societal perception of the act
- The level of intention behind the act (correct)
- The person's awareness of the potential outcomes
- The severity of the unintended consequences
How does moral responsibility differ from legal responsibility?
How does moral responsibility differ from legal responsibility?
- Moral responsibility considers intentions, while legal responsibility focuses on actions (correct)
- Legal responsibility is determined by societal norms, while moral responsibility is personal
- Legal responsibility is subjective, while moral responsibility is objective
- Moral responsibility exempts individuals from consequences, while legal responsibility does not
Which factor would exempt a person from moral responsibility over an act with double-effect?
Which factor would exempt a person from moral responsibility over an act with double-effect?
- Lack of awareness of the consequences
- Unintended positive outcomes of the act
- Social approval of the action
- Clear intention to do good despite negative consequences (correct)
What determines the quality of life as per the text?
What determines the quality of life as per the text?
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In what way do our values emerge according to the text?
In what way do our values emerge according to the text?
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What motivates individuals to undertake actions with short-term benefits according to the text?
What motivates individuals to undertake actions with short-term benefits according to the text?
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How are ethical standards linked to moral responsibility?
How are ethical standards linked to moral responsibility?
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Which statement best summarizes the relationship between values and human goals?
Which statement best summarizes the relationship between values and human goals?
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What drives individuals who choose values purposefully according to the text?
What drives individuals who choose values purposefully according to the text?
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