Quiz on Deontological Ethics

What does Deontological Ethics emphasize?

• Cultural norms

• Consequences of actions

• Moral rules and duties

• Personal happiness

According to Kant, what is the Categorical Imperative?

• A universal moral law

• A principle based on personal desires

• A guideline for utilitarian ethics

• A subjective moral opinion

What is a key characteristic of deontological ethics?

• Relativism in moral standards

• Emphasis on moral duties

• Focus on outcomes

• Utilitarian calculations

What does Kant mean by 'maxim'?

• A universal law

• A moral consequence

• A cultural norm

• A subjective principle of action

Which of the following is NOT a formulation of the Categorical Imperative?

• Act only on that maxim which can be willed as a universal law

• Always treat humanity as an end

• Act to maximize happiness for the greatest number

• Act in accordance with moral duty

What is the difference between perfect and imperfect duties in Kant's ethics?

• Perfect duties are based on personal choice

• Imperfect duties are always harmful

• Imperfect duties are more important than perfect duties

• Perfect duties are absolute; imperfect duties are flexible

What does Kant believe gives an act moral worth?

• The popularity of the act

• The cultural context of the act

• The motives behind the act

• The consequences of the act

Which of the following best describes a hypothetical imperative?

• An action that is good in itself

• An action that is conditional on a goal

• A universal moral law

• A duty that must be followed

What is the primary focus of deontological ethics?

• The inherent rightness of actions

• The outcomes of actions

• The emotional responses to actions

• The societal norms governing actions

In Kant's view, what is the role of rationality in moral decision-making?

• It is irrelevant to ethics

• It is the foundation of moral law

• It is secondary to emotions

• It complicates moral choices