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What is the foundation of Kant's deontological ethics?
What is the foundation of Kant's deontological ethics?
- Universalisable maxims (correct)
- Self-interest above all else
- Development of virtuous character traits
- Consequences of actions
According to Kant, where does moral worth derive from?
According to Kant, where does moral worth derive from?
- Maximizing self-interest
- Virtuous character traits
- The intention behind an action and adherence to moral principles (correct)
- Consequences of actions
What is the primary focus of virtue ethics?
What is the primary focus of virtue ethics?
- Developing virtues such as courage, honesty, compassion, and wisdom (correct)
- Maximizing self-interest
- Following universalisable maxims
- Prioritizing consequences of actions
What does ethical egoism advocate for?
What does ethical egoism advocate for?
According to Aristotle, what should moral judgments take into account?
According to Aristotle, what should moral judgments take into account?
Which ethical theory emphasizes duty as a priority?
Which ethical theory emphasizes duty as a priority?
What does value encompass besides economic worth?
What does value encompass besides economic worth?
In economic terms, what is value often equated with?
In economic terms, what is value often equated with?
According to the law of supply and demand, what dictates greater value in the marketplace?
According to the law of supply and demand, what dictates greater value in the marketplace?
Which factor plays a pivotal role in shaping perceptions of value alongside market forces?
Which factor plays a pivotal role in shaping perceptions of value alongside market forces?
Why may a family heirloom hold immense sentimental value despite having minimal economic worth?
Why may a family heirloom hold immense sentimental value despite having minimal economic worth?
Why is value considered inherently subjective according to the text?
Why is value considered inherently subjective according to the text?
What does Timothy Kasser consider as detrimental effects of excessive materialism?
What does Timothy Kasser consider as detrimental effects of excessive materialism?
Barry Schwartz argues that the abundance of choices can lead to:
Barry Schwartz argues that the abundance of choices can lead to:
What is the distinction highlighted by the text between the 'experiencing self' and 'remembering self'?
What is the distinction highlighted by the text between the 'experiencing self' and 'remembering self'?
What does Barry Schwartz suggest individuals may derive greater satisfaction from?
What does Barry Schwartz suggest individuals may derive greater satisfaction from?
How does prioritizing extrinsic values impact subjective well-being according to Timothy Kasser's work?
How does prioritizing extrinsic values impact subjective well-being according to Timothy Kasser's work?
In relation to materialism and well-being, what does Timothy Kasser suggest a societal emphasis on extrinsic values contributes to?
In relation to materialism and well-being, what does Timothy Kasser suggest a societal emphasis on extrinsic values contributes to?
What concept did Aldo Leopold introduce in his work 'A Sand County Almanac'?
What concept did Aldo Leopold introduce in his work 'A Sand County Almanac'?
Who raised awareness about the ecological harms of pesticides and industrial pollution in 'Silent Spring'?
Who raised awareness about the ecological harms of pesticides and industrial pollution in 'Silent Spring'?
Which philosopher advocated for a radical shift in human consciousness towards recognizing the intrinsic value of all living beings?
Which philosopher advocated for a radical shift in human consciousness towards recognizing the intrinsic value of all living beings?
In what work did Thoreau reflect on living in close communion with nature?
In what work did Thoreau reflect on living in close communion with nature?
Who emphasized the transformative power of nature in awakening human consciousness and inspiring creativity?
Who emphasized the transformative power of nature in awakening human consciousness and inspiring creativity?
Which environmental philosopher played a pivotal role by introducing a concept related to human responsibility towards the land and its inhabitants?
Which environmental philosopher played a pivotal role by introducing a concept related to human responsibility towards the land and its inhabitants?
What is the main focus of political philosophy?
What is the main focus of political philosophy?
Which of these is a central concern of political philosophy?
Which of these is a central concern of political philosophy?
What does utilitarianism emphasize in the context of justice?
What does utilitarianism emphasize in the context of justice?
What is the focus of theories of distributive justice?
What is the focus of theories of distributive justice?
Who are classical liberal philosophers often associated with?
Who are classical liberal philosophers often associated with?
What is the role of political authority, legitimacy, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens in political philosophy?
What is the role of political authority, legitimacy, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens in political philosophy?
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