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What is the primary focus of ethics?
Studying the concepts of moral right and wrong
How did the term 'ethics' evolve over time?
It was applied to particular moral codes or value systems
What is the difference between ethics and morality?
Ethics is the study of moral concepts, while morality refers to specific beliefs about how people should live
What does ethics encompass apart from philosophical theories of morality?
Moral rules, principles, or values
How are ethics and morality commonly used today?
Almost interchangeably in many contexts
What is the focus of deontology as an ethical approach?
The rules and professional duties
Why is ethics considered part of the identity of individual members of many groups?
Because it fosters close human relationships
What distinguishes ethics from social science according to the text?
Ethics deals with moral concepts while social science doesn't
What is the main concern of ethics, as mentioned in the text?
The nature of ultimate value and standards for judging human actions
According to Immanuel Kant, what ability do humans possess in relation to universal moral laws?
Ability to reason and understand universal moral laws
Explore the philosophical study of moral right and wrong, and the different theories and systems of moral rules and values. Understand the differences in ethical concepts and their association with religions, cultures, and professions.
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