Question 1

Kant's hypothetical imperatives are sometimes referred to as _______ imperatives.

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Question 2

Kant believed that animals should be treated according to the same ethical rules as humans.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

In Kant's view, human beings have a/an worth or dignity that is not enjoyed by other animals.

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A)   Extrinsic
B)   Intrinsic
C)   Moral
D)   Categorical

Question 4

In the example of "Rough Justice in a Juvenile Institution," Joe will use a ____________ approach to resolving the dilemma of what to do after seeing Darren force a juvenile to eat from bowl on the floor.

Accepted Answer

A)   amoral
B)   deontological
C)   utilitarian
D)   teleological

Question 5

When applied to the criminal justice system, Kant's theory requires that we:

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A)   Place the interests of the victim above those of the offender.
B)   Always treat all offenders with dignity and respect even when they are punished.
C)   Analyze the duties the offender was trying to carry out.
D)   Try to obtain the best outcome for both the offender and society.

Question 6

For Kant, motive is essential, and actions possess moral worth only if they are performed in accordance with the and out of the motive of duty.

Accepted Answer

A)   Categorical imperative
B)   Moral imperative
C)   Ethical imperative
D)   Rational imperative

Question 7

Kant believed that human beings are creatures and that every act should be evaluated as if one's behavior were to become universal law.

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A)   Moral
B)   Rational
C)   Categorical
D)   Hypothetical

Question 8

Kant argued that we ought not only to do what's right, but:

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A)   we ought not harm others as we do it
B)   to be aware of the consequences of our actions
C)   to ensure that we act with a good moral character
D)   to do it for the right reason or motive

Question 9

Kant assumed that, at least in general, human beings are:

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A)   Capable of rational behavior and worthy of respect.
B)   Highly emotional and not responsible for acts motivated by emotion.
C)   Irrational and in need of strictly enforced and detailed rules of conduct.
D)   Incapable of resolving moral dilemmas.

Question 10

One way of dealing with conflicting duties is to:

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A)   ask for help in solving the ethical dilemma
B)   argue that moral rules should be treated as generalizations
C)   test each option against each of the maxims
D)   always opt for the duty that provides the best consequences

Question 11

Kant's third or "Kingdom of Ends" categorical imperative means that:

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A)   we should follow divine commands
B)   we should only act where others will follow by our example
C)   we should rely upon reason, tempered by religious conviction
D)   we cannot rely upon society, government, or religious leaders to tell us what our moral decisions should be

Question 12

What is the fourth criteria used when applying a deontological evaluation to an ethical dilemma?

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A)   Determine the intention of the act
B)   Determine the duties involved in the situation
C)   Determine whether the duties conflict
D)   Determine whether the act will use any person as a means to an end

Question 13

Moral obligations do not depend on particular desires, but are:

Accepted Answer

A)   Ethical
B)   Hypothetical
C)   Categorical
D)   Contingent

Question 14

According to Kant, people should not be treated as a _______ to an end.

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The answer of According to Kant, people should not be...

Question 15

The means that rule you would be following if you were to do that act.

Accepted Answer

A)   Morality of the act
B)   Maxim of the act
C)   Reasoning of the act
D)   Determination of the act

Exam 12: Duty and Principle Hypothetical and Categorical Imperatives

Kant's third or "Kingdom of Ends" categorical imperative means that:

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Kant's hypothetical imperatives are sometimes referred to as _______ imperatives.

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When applied to the criminal justice system, Kant's theory requires that we:

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According to Kant, people should not be treated as a _______ to an end.

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In the example of "Rough Justice in a Juvenile Institution," Joe will use a ____________ approach to resolving the dilemma of what to do after seeing Darren force a juvenile to eat from bowl on the floor.

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What is the fourth criteria used when applying a deontological evaluation to an ethical dilemma?

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For Kant, motive is essential, and actions possess moral worth only if they are performed in accordance with the and out of the motive of duty.

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In Kant's view, human beings have a/an worth or dignity that is not enjoyed by other animals.

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The means that rule you would be following if you were to do that act.

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One way of dealing with conflicting duties is to:

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Kant believed that human beings are creatures and that every act should be evaluated as if one's behavior were to become universal law.

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Kant argued that we ought not only to do what's right, but:

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Kant assumed that, at least in general, human beings are:

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Moral obligations do not depend on particular desires, but are:

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Kant believed that animals should be treated according to the same ethical rules as humans.

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Exam 12: Duty and Principle Hypothetical and Categorical Imperatives

Kant's third or "Kingdom of Ends" categorical imperative means that:

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Kant's hypothetical imperatives are sometimes referred to as _______ imperatives.

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When applied to the criminal justice system, Kant's theory requires that we:

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According to Kant, people should not be treated as a _______ to an end.

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In the example of "Rough Justice in a Juvenile Institution," Joe will use a ____________ approach to resolving the dilemma of what to do after seeing Darren force a juvenile to eat from bowl on the floor.

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What is the fourth criteria used when applying a deontological evaluation to an ethical dilemma?

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For Kant, motive is essential, and actions possess moral worth only if they are performed in accordance with the and out of the motive of duty.

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In Kant's view, human beings have a/an worth or dignity that is not enjoyed by other animals.

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The means that rule you would be following if you were to do that act.

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One way of dealing with conflicting duties is to:

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Kant believed that human beings are creatures and that every act should be evaluated as if one's behavior were to become universal law.

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Kant argued that we ought not only to do what's right, but:

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Kant assumed that, at least in general, human beings are:

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Moral obligations do not depend on particular desires, but are:

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Kant believed that animals should be treated according to the same ethical rules as humans.

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