In: Psychology
Match the ethical theory to its definition:
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Act Utilitarianism |
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Rule Utilitarianism |
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Kantianism |
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Virtue Ethics |
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Social Contract Theory |
Moral rules that, if followed by everyone, lead to the greatest total happiness of the affected parties. Rule utilitarianism.
A set of moral rules to govern relations among citizen and a government capable of enforcing those rules. Social contract theory.
Act only from moral rules that you can at the same time will to be universal moral laws. Kantianism.
Character traits human beings need in order to flourish and be truly happy. Virtue ethics.
An action is right (or wrong) to the extent that it increases (or decreases) the total happiness of the affect parties. Act utilitarianism.