Ethics quiz

It shaped our understanding of morality and ethical decision-making.

The consequences of actions are paramount in determining their moral value.

This principle holds that the morally right action is the one that produces the greatest amount of happiness or pleasure

The principle of utility provides a clear and straightforward criterion for evaluating the morality of actions

Utilitarianism may prioritize the collective happiness at the expense of individual rights and freedoms, leading to potential injustices.

Morality is based on adherence to moral rules or principles, rather than the outcomes of our actions.

The categorical imperative provides a universal standard for evaluating the morality of actions, applicable to all rational beings regardless of personal desires or circumstances.

argue that deontological principles can be rigid and inflexible, leading to morally questionable outcomes in certain situations where the consequences of actions are paramount.

It does not prescribe specific rules or principles to follow but instead encourages the development of moral character.

are cultivated through habitual practice and are expressed in actions that promote human flourishing and the well-being of others.