PHI 208

PHI-208 WEEK 4 DISCUSSION 2 Question: Is it possible for individuals to flourish if others with whom they are connected are not also flourishing? Consider this with respect to Aristotle’s account of Eudaimonia and MacIntyre’s account of practices, as well as the other readings and media. Identify a community or practice in which you are involved in which the flourishing of the individual is tied to the flourishing of others. Does this require that we limit certain rights pertaining...

PHI-208 WEEK 5 DISCUSSION There has been a recurring issue in my area regarding an unknown federal encampment where immigrants are housed awaiting a resolution of their federal appeal for asylum. The facility, originally opened as a short-term solution to keep families together during the process, is now under fire for retaining individuals for at a minimum of one year. The facilities are being investigated currently for unhealthy and unethical treatment of its residents. This issue is a b...

relativism by stating that cultures whose standards differ from Western standards are immoral. the international community must strive to eliminate all cultural and moral differences. Correct! while there are many legitimate cultural variations, all people have certain basic human rights that must be respected. each culture has its own beliefs and practices, all of which must be acknowledged and respected by other cultures. Question 2 1 / 1 pts What constitutes an argument, in the co...

PHI-208 FINAL EXAM This attempt took 90 minutes. Question 1 1 / 1 pts Paulette is a philosopher who is trying to evaluate the strength of a major moral theory. As such, which of the following questions is Paulette LEAST likely to ask about the theory? Does this theory reflect our understanding of what it means to be human? Does this theory explain why we ought to respect a particular set of moral standards? Does this theory offer us good answers to ethical questions? Correct! Does t...

1 / 1 pts Paulette is a philosopher who is trying to evaluate the strength of a major moral theory. As such, which of the following questions is Paulette LEAST likely to ask about the theory? Does this theory reflect our understanding of what it means to be human? Does this theory explain why we ought to respect a particular set of moral standards? Does this theory offer us good answers to ethical questions? Correct! Does this theory avoid the frustration that can come with exploring e...

Question 1 Agnes is a widow with disabilities in her late 60s. Due to these circumstances, she only has to pay half of her electricity and water bills. What would a deontologist say about this situation? Agnes is violating a duty to pay the exact same rates as everyone else. Agnes is acting wrongly by taking profit away from the companies that provide her electricity and water. Agnes has the right to pay only what she thinks is in her best interest. Agnes is acting morally since some dut...

QUESTION 1 Which of the following is NOT one of the three major moral theories? relative ethics Correct Answer relative ethics consequentialist ethics deontological ethics virtue ethics The answer can be found in Chapter 1, Section 1.3: The Landscape of Moral Philosophy Question 2 1 / 1 pts According to “The Ring of Gyges,” the ring gave the shepherd who found it invisibility. psychic abilities. superhuman strength. invisibility. justice. Question 3 1 / 1 pts

Question 1 1 / 1 pts With what does the major moral theory known as deontological ethics primarily concern itself? the neural processes in the brain the nature and character of a person performing an action the consequences of an action Correct! the nature of an action itself Question 2 1 / 1 pts The author suggests that a statement like, “Who am I to judge what is right or wrong for someone else?” MOST often implies that the speaker lacks intellectual humility. Correct! ...

PHI-208 FINAL EXAM This attempt took 90 minutes. Question 1 1 / 1 pts Paulette is a philosopher who is trying to evaluate the strength of a major moral theory. As such, which of the following questions is Paulette LEAST likely to ask about the theory? Does this theory reflect our understanding of what it means to be human? Does this theory explain why we ought to respect a particular set of moral standards? Does this theory offer us good answers to ethical questions? Correct! Does t...

PHI-208 WEEK 2 QUIZ---PERFECT SCORE Question 1 1 / 1 pts Kathleen is a girls’ soccer coach who lies now and then to her young team in order to keep up their spirits and guarantee they have fun, even if they are not the best players in the league. Kathleen’s lying could be an example of utilitarian __________. universality immorality impartiality Correct! adaptability Question 2 1 / 1 pts If someone were to question the value of scientific research on utilitarian grounds, which...