Question 1

Explain Ross's objections to either utilitarianism or Kant's ethics. How would a defender of that theory respond to Ross's objections? Ultimately, who do you think is right? Defend your response.

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Ross's objections to utilitarianism stem...

Question 2

What is the difference between a prima facie duty and a duty proper?

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A)   Prima facie duties can be overridden; duties proper cannot.
B)   Duties proper can be overridden; prima facie duties cannot.
C)   Prima facie duties are not actually morally relevant factors; duties proper are.
D)   Duties proper are not actually morally relevant factors; prima facie duties are.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Ross claims that prima facie duties are

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A)   self-evident.
B)   known through experience.
C)   unknowable.
D)   innate.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Exam 9: The Ethic of Prima Facie Duties

Explain Ross's objections to either utilitarianism or Kant's ethics. How would a defender of that theory respond to Ross's objections? Ultimately, who do you think is right? Defend your response.

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