Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a maxim?

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A)  Always be loyal to your friends. 
B)  Always watch out for number one. 
C)  Don't act in a way that will shame your parents. 
D)  All of these 
A)  Always be loyal to your friends. 
B)  Always watch out for number one. 
C)  Don't act in a way that will shame your parents. 
D)  All of these D

Question 2

Compare and contrast Kant's two types of imperatives.

Accepted Answer

Kant's two types of imperatives are the hypothetical imperative and the categorical imperative.

The hypothetical imperative is based on the idea of "if-then" reasoning, where the action is contingent on a specific goal or desire. For example, "If you want to be healthy, then you should exercise regularly." This type of imperative is conditional and depends on the individual's personal goals and desires.

On the other hand, the categorical imperative is based on the concept of duty and moral obligation, regardless of personal desires or goals. According to Kant, the categorical imperative is derived from reason and applies universally to all rational beings. It is expressed in the form of a command that one must follow unconditionally, such as "Act only according to that maxim whereby you can at the same time will that it should become a universal law."

In contrast, the hypothetical imperative is based on conditional reasoning and personal desires, while the categorical imperative is based on unconditional moral duty and applies universally. Both types of imperatives play a role in Kant's ethical framework, but the categorical imperative holds a higher moral significance as it is based on reason and the concept of duty.

Question 3

Of Kant's two types of people who help others, the second type helps:

Accepted Answer

A)  For the sake of duty alone 
B)  For the sake of a categorical imperative 
C)  Without motives of vanity or self-interest 
D)  All of the above 
A)  For the sake of duty alone 
B)  For the sake of a categorical imperative 
C)  Without motives of vanity or self-interest 
D)  All of the above A

Question 4

One possible problem within Kant's theory is the conflict:

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A)  Between hypothetical and categorical maxims. 
B)  Between reason and emotion. 
C)  Between two applicable categorical imperatives when one must act. 
D)  between absolute rules and categorical imperatives 
A)  Between hypothetical and categorical maxims. 
B)  Between reason and emotion. 
C)  Between two applicable categorical imperatives when one must act. 
D)  between absolute rules and categorical imperatives

Question 5

Kant's theory that every adult was a rational autonomous agent who should make all ethical decisions themselves without external guidance was inconsistent with the prevailing view during his lifetime.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

One should never lie because if lying became a all relations based on trust and honoring promises would become unworkable.

Accepted Answer

A)  Moral 
B)  Justification 
C)  Principle 
D)  Universal law 
A)  Moral 
B)  Justification 
C)  Principle 
D)  Universal law

Question 7

The categorical imperative that causes the most conflicting duties or ethical dilemmas is the rule against _________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The categorical imperative that causes the most...

Question 8

Kant used the term _______ to refer to a rule or general plan of action.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Kant used the term _______ to refer...

Question 9

Kant's emphasis on absolute moral rules does not provide a means of:

Accepted Answer

A)  resolving moral dilemmas 
B)  encouraging moral behavior 
C)  educating others as to what ought to be done 
D)  limiting immoral behavior 
A)  resolving moral dilemmas 
B)  encouraging moral behavior 
C)  educating others as to what ought to be done 
D)  limiting immoral behavior

Question 10

Kant argued that moral law is the expression of the:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Kant argued that moral law is the...

Question 11

Because lies can sometimes result in greater good than harm, Kant had no categorical imperative against lying.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In Kant's theory, absolute moral rules were termed _______.

Accepted Answer

a. Categor

Question 13

Kantian theory is consistent with the ideas of due process, fair trials and rights for the accused.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Maxim includes:

Accepted Answer

A)  Principle 
B)  Hypotheticals 
C)  Motive 
D)  Both a and c 
A)  Principle 
B)  Hypotheticals 
C)  Motive 
D)  Both a and c

Question 15

Morality requires that we act as a fully being would act.

Accepted Answer

A)  Justified 
B)  Moral 
C)  Rational 
D)  Emotional 
A)  Justified 
B)  Moral 
C)  Rational 
D)  Emotional

Question 16

In Kant's version of , there are some actions we must perform.

Accepted Answer

A)  Ethics 
B)  Justice 
C)  Vanity 
D)  Morality 
A)  Ethics 
B)  Justice 
C)  Vanity 
D)  Morality

Question 17

What is a personal or subjective plan of action, incorporating the agent's reasons for acting as well as a sufficient indication of what act the reasons call for?

Accepted Answer

A)  Morality 
B)  Imperative 
C)  Maxim 
D)  Principle 
A)  Morality 
B)  Imperative 
C)  Maxim 
D)  Principle

Question 18

Define the Principle of Universality.

Accepted Answer

a. An act only according to th

Question 19

Kant argues that the categorical imperative binds rational agents because they are:

Accepted Answer

A)  Rational 
B)  irrational 
C)  required by duty to do so 
D)  reflective of a positive outcome 
A)  Rational 
B)  irrational 
C)  required by duty to do so 
D)  reflective of a positive outcome

Question 20

A "maxim" is a general rule or plan of action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following is an example of a maxim?

Compare and contrast Kant's two types of imperatives.

Of Kant's two types of people who help others, the second type helps:

One possible problem within Kant's theory is the conflict:

Kant's theory that every adult was a rational autonomous agent who should make all ethical decisions themselves without external guidance was inconsistent with the prevailing view during his lifetime.

One should never lie because if lying became a all relations based on trust and honoring promises would become unworkable.

The categorical imperative that causes the most conflicting duties or ethical dilemmas is the rule against _________.

Kant used the term _______ to refer to a rule or general plan of action.

Kant's emphasis on absolute moral rules does not provide a means of:

Kant argued that moral law is the expression of the:

Because lies can sometimes result in greater good than harm, Kant had no categorical imperative against lying.

In Kant's theory, absolute moral rules were termed _______.

Kantian theory is consistent with the ideas of due process, fair trials and rights for the accused.

Maxim includes:

Morality requires that we act as a fully being would act.

In Kant's version of , there are some actions we must perform.

What is a personal or subjective plan of action, incorporating the agent's reasons for acting as well as a sufficient indication of what act the reasons call for?

Define the Principle of Universality.

Kant argues that the categorical imperative binds rational agents because they are:

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Exam 12: Duty and Principle Hypothetical and Categorical Imperatives

Which of the following is an example of a maxim?

Compare and contrast Kant's two types of imperatives.

Of Kant's two types of people who help others, the second type helps:

One possible problem within Kant's theory is the conflict:

Kant's theory that every adult was a rational autonomous agent who should make all ethical decisions themselves without external guidance was inconsistent with the prevailing view during his lifetime.

One should never lie because if lying became a all relations based on trust and honoring promises would become unworkable.

The categorical imperative that causes the most conflicting duties or ethical dilemmas is the rule against _________.

Kant used the term _______ to refer to a rule or general plan of action.

Kant's emphasis on absolute moral rules does not provide a means of:

Kant argued that moral law is the expression of the:

Because lies can sometimes result in greater good than harm, Kant had no categorical imperative against lying.

In Kant's theory, absolute moral rules were termed _______.

Kantian theory is consistent with the ideas of due process, fair trials and rights for the accused.

Maxim includes:

Morality requires that we act as a fully being would act.

In Kant's version of , there are some actions we must perform.

What is a personal or subjective plan of action, incorporating the agent's reasons for acting as well as a sufficient indication of what act the reasons call for?

Define the Principle of Universality.

Kant argues that the categorical imperative binds rational agents because they are:

A "maxim" is a general rule or plan of action.

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Police Ethics: Use of Force, Investigations, Interrogations, and Lying

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Judges, Lawyers, and Ethics

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The Ethics of Criminal Justice Policy Making the Ethics of Policy Making

Ethics and the War on Terrorism Defining Terrorism

Media Ethics and Criminal Justice Media Constructions of Crime

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The Importance of Character Virtues

Egoism, Pleasure, and Indifference Stoicism

A Sense of Justice Application of the Principles

Caring for Others Kohlberg and Gilligan

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