Chapter 5 Flashcards
1
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Platonic forms
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Independent, nonspatial, non temporary somethings
What makes a particular thing uniquely what it is
2
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Instrumental theory of morality
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A moral position that right and wrong are means to an end.
Be good because being good brings good things or vis versa
3
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Functionalist theory of morality
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Doing good makes you happy
Everything has a natural purpose
4
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Virtue (platonic)
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Excellence in function. How well does it serve its purpose
5
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Justice (platonic)
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Excellence in function for the whole
6
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Utopias
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Ideal society
7
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Tyranny
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A form of government where all power is in the hands of one
8
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Oligarchy
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Power in hands of rich
