Discuss one argument against psychological egoism. Give an argument against ethical egoism.
What are key features of consequentialist theories?
August 1, 2019Briefly discuss the differences between Bentham and Mill’s versions of utilitarianism.
August 1, 2019Discuss one argument against psychological egoism. Give an argument against ethical egoism.
Reason & Reality PHL 101 Summer 2017 MIDTERM Answer any three questions. 1. What is cultural relativism? Give an argument for cultural relativism. Give an argument against cultural relativism. Is cultural relativism acceptable? 2. Distinguish psychological egoism from ethical egoism. Discuss one argument against psychological egoism. Give an argument against ethical egoism. 3. Distinguish act-utilitarianism from rule- utilitarianism. Discuss and criticize one formulation of act-utilitarianism. 4. How do two moral laws conflict with one another with regard to Kant’s theory of morality? Is Kant able to deal with the problem of moral conflict? What would be a utilitarian response to this problem?
