PHI 2000 Introduction to Ethics Unit 3 Milestone Sophia Course
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1
Karl receives a call from the local police, who are concerned that his son may be growing and
distributing an illegal (but not dangerous) drug. Karl knows this suspicion to be true. If he
admits it to the police, his son will be arrested, and their family’s name will be tarnished. If
he lies, the police will assume the tip they got was false and go away.
Most people are split on this issue. How might it be evaluated by a utilitarian?
Karl’s lying is morally right because he has an obligation to protect his son, even if his son’s
actions cause harm to others.
Karl’s lying is morally wrong because his obligation to the state is more important than his
son staying out of trouble, even though it would bring about no benefit for the state.
Karl’s lying is morally right because keeping his son out of trouble and his family’s
reputation clear will bring about more happiness than if his son is arrested.
Karl’s lying is morally wrong because it is sinful to lie, even when the consequences are less
than desirable.
CONCEPT
Applying Utilitarianism
2
Which of the following represents rule utilitarianism?
Renee is honest with her doctor because she wants a correct diagnosis.
Rick helps his daughter with her taxes because he thinks parents should help their children.
Rhonda drinks tea instead of coffee because she finds it more soothing.
,Raj buys a particular brand of computer because it best suits his professional needs.
CONCEPT
Act and Rule Utilitarianism
3
Which of the following represents a potential problem for Kantian deontology?
A person in one place is subject to different rules than a person elsewhere.
A person can treat other people as means to an end without respect for them.
A person who feels at ease with his or her actions can make them right.
A person who tries and fails to murder someone is just as guilty as someone who succeeds.
CONCEPT
Problems with Kantian Deontology
4
How would a Kantian deontologist evaluate an action?
By evaluating the relevant maxim
By evaluating the act's morality
By evaluating the categorical imperative
By evaluating the total good and total bad it brings about
CONCEPT
The Formulation of Universal Law
5
Which of the following considerations is important for a utilitarian when evaluating the
morality of an action?
How likely it is to advance one's own needs
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How likely it is to bring about happiness
How likely it is to make one a good person
How likely it is to be a violation of God's law
CONCEPT
Utilitarianism
6
How might a Kantian deontologist evaluate assisted suicide?
It is morally right because it puts a person out of his or her pain.
It is morally wrong because it deprives a person of his or her humanity.
It is morally right because the patient gives his or her consent.
It is morally wrong because too many people would do it if they could.
CONCEPT
Applying Kantian Deontology
7
Which of the following people would likely be satisfied with utilitarianism?
Walburga is looking for an ethical framework that is based in observable facts.
Walt is looking for an ethical framework that places a high value on his culture's traditions.
Warren is looking for an ethical framework that never allows any kind of theft.
Wendy is looking for an ethical framework that relies on the Torah for moral guidance.
CONCEPT
Support for Utilitarianism