Understanding William David Ross's Moral Philosophy

What does Ross argue about the nature of rightness and goodness?

• They are objective moral truths.

• They are subjective and vary by culture.

• They are irrelevant to moral philosophy.

• They are defined by societal norms.

According to Ross, how can we understand the concepts of rightness and goodness?

• Through their physical manifestations.

• By defining them clearly.

• Through cultural interpretations.

• By comparing them to other moral properties.

What is the main difference between rightness and goodness in Ross's philosophy?

• Both are about motives.

• Rightness is about motives, goodness is about acts.

• Rightness is about acts, goodness is about motives.

• Both are about acts.

How does Ross suggest we determine the rightness of an act?

• By considering the consequences.

• By examining the non-moral properties surrounding the act.

• By following religious teachings.

• By consulting societal norms.

What is a prima facie duty according to Ross?

• A conditional duty.

• A duty that is always right.

• An unconditional duty.

• A duty that is based on consequences.

How does Ross propose resolving conflicts between duties?

• By consulting a moral authority.

• By ignoring the conflict.

• By following the duty with greater rightness over wrongness.

• By choosing the duty with the most benefits.

In the example of Gloria, what is considered her actual duty?

• To fulfill her promise to her son.

• To ignore both duties.

• To bring her boss to the hospital.

• To consult her family.

What role does intuition play in Ross's moral philosophy?

• It is used to define rightness and goodness.

• It aids in apprehending actual duties.

• It helps in understanding societal norms.

• It is irrelevant.

Which of the following is NOT one of Ross's seven basic prima facie duties?

• Duty of self-improvement.

• Duty of justice.

• Duty of loyalty.

• Duty of gratitude.

What is the duty of non-maleficence according to Ross?

• To do good towards others.

• To improve oneself.

• Not to inflict harm on oneself and others.

• To be fair with everyone.