Asked by Paulina Sobczyk on Sep 28, 2024

Kant's categorical imperative and the Golden Rule are examples of which moral philosophy?

A) Teleology
B) Deontology
C) The relativist perspective
D) Egoism
E) Utilitarianism

Categorical Imperative

A foundational concept in Kantian moral philosophy asserting that one must act according to maxims that can be universally applied as a law for everyone.

Golden Rule

A moral maxim that encourages treating others as one would like to be treated, found in many religions and ethical systems.

Deontology

A normative ethical theory that emphasizes duties and rules, holding that actions are morally obligatory, permissible, or forbidden primarily in virtue of their adherence to objective moral norms.

  • Familiarize oneself with the core principles of different moral philosophies, including utilitarianism, deontology, and relativism.
  • Identify the distinctions between rule utilitarianism and act utilitarianism, and between rule deontology and act deontology.