Ethics and Philosophy: Exploring the Origins and Concepts
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Ethics and Philosophy: Exploring the Origins and Concepts

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What does the term 'ethics' correspond to according to its etymology?

Character and customs

Who was the first to recognize the need to define ethical concepts and establish a universal standard?

Socrates

What did Plato find as his standard for ethics?

Ideal Forms

What do moral standards refer to according to the text?

<p>Norms about morally acceptable actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the validity of moral standards come from?

<p>Line of reasoning that supports them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is ethics also known as?

<p>Moral philosophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the moral standard for egoism?

<p>Always do what is in your own best interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Kantianism, what is considered a moral mandate for all?

<p>Whatever we wish for everyone to do</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the moral standard for subjectivism emphasize?

<p>Do whatever you think is correct, being the final arbiter of morality</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of moral reasoning?

<p>Applying critical analysis to determine right from wrong</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who studies moral reasoning alongside philosophers?

<p>Psychologists</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes people reaching strong moral conclusions without logical reasoning?

<p>Moral dumbfounding</p> Signup and view all the answers

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