Morality Flashcards
1
Q
What is Absolutism?
A
Moral rules are true in all situations, times and places
2
Q
What is Relativism?
A
What is right depends on the circumstances; there is no universal right or wrong
3
Q
What is the principle of utilitarianism?
A
“The greatest happiness for the greatest number”
4
Q
What is the Hedonic Calculus?
A
Duration - How long it takes
Intensity - How strong it is
Certainty - How sure it is
Extent - How many people
5
Q
What is different about Mill’s Utilitarianism to Bentham’s?
A
- Mill distinguished between ‘higher’ and ‘lower’ pleasure
2. Higher = more valuable
6
Q
What were the problems with Bentham’s utilitarianism?
A
- It is impossible to apply the hedonic calculus in a real life situation
7
Q
What are the primary Precepts?
A
- Preserve Self and Innocent
- Reproduce
- Acquire Knowledge
- Live in an Ordered Society
- Worship God
8
Q
How can the primary precepts be used?
A
To determine rules about how we should behave
