Moral Standards and Moral Dilemmas

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What is the primary function of moral standards?

To determine the consequences of moral actions

To prescribe what humans ought to do in terms of rights and obligations (correct)

To establish social norms and cultural traditions

To promote personal interests and self-gain

What is a characteristic of moral standards that sets them apart from other standards?

They are established by authoritative individuals or bodies

They are based on personal opinions and biases

They are only applicable to specific social groups

They are overriding and take precedence over other considerations (correct)

What is the relationship between moral standards and values?

Values are a subset of moral standards

Moral standards and values are mutually exclusive

Moral standards are a subset of values

Moral standards are the sum of combined norms and values (correct)

What is an example of a moral norm?

Killing innocent people is wrong Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of moral standards in terms of human behavior?

To provide a framework for moral decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of moral standards that ensures fairness and justice?

They are based on impartial considerations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a moral dilemma?

A situation where moral agents are forced to choose between two or more conflicting options. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of conditions required for a situation to be considered a moral dilemma?

Three Signup and view all the answers

In a moral dilemma, what is the outcome of the decision made by the moral agent?

The moral agent will always fail to do something they ought to do. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the moral agent in a moral dilemma?

To choose the best option and act accordingly. Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of a moral dilemma?

That some moral principles are always compromised. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between moral standards and non-moral standards?

Moral standards involve human well-being, while non-moral standards involve personal taste. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of violating non-moral standards?

It does not pose any threat to human well-being. Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a moral dilemma?

It involves a choice between two or more conflicting options. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of moral standards?

To ensure human well-being. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between moral standards and standards of law?

Moral standards involve human well-being, while standards of law involve punishment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the similarity between moral standards and non-moral standards?

Both provide guidelines for human behavior. Signup and view all the answers