Moral Philosophy Flashcard

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What is the main focus of Utilitarianism?

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Consequences, happiness

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Which philosophy emphasizes acting generously as an example?

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Virtue Ethics

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What is a strength of Deontology? Options: Practical, outcome-oriented; Clear guidelines, respects rights; Promotes tolerance; Emphasizes social context

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Clear guidelines, respects rights

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Which philosophy can justify harmful means to a desired end?

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Utilitarianism

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What is the focus of Ethical Relativism?

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Cultural/individual norms

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Which philosophy is associated with following religious laws?

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Divine Command Theory

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What is a weakness of Care Ethics?

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Partial, less clear on conflicts

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Which philosophy promotes tolerance as a strength? Ethical Relativism, Deontology, Utilitarianism, Social Contract

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Ethical Relativism

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What is the main focus of the Social Contract philosophy?

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Agreement, social order

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Which philosophy has a rational basis for morality as a strength? Options: Care Ethics, Divine Command Theory, Social Contract, Virtue Ethics

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Social Contract