Which of the following represents a difficulty with egoism?
Cooperating with others is a social skill that egoists do not have an
opportunity to learn.
Because good is determined by self-interest, the egoist cannot judge the
actions of others.
Socially determined actions are usu...
Which of the following represents a difficulty with egoism?
Cooperating with others is a social skill that egoists do not have an
opportunity to learn.
Because good is determined by self-interest, the egoist cannot judge the
actions of others.
Socially determined actions are usually more successful than self-determined
actions.
Individuals pursuing personal excellence often help a society to progress.
CONCEPT
Problems with Egoism
2
Why is egoism unique among ethical theories?
It is the only theory to equate what is good to what is performed in the name
of self-interest.
It is the only theory to maintain that there are no universal truths regarding
what is good.
It is the only theory to acknowledge conflicting interests as harmful to a
system of ethics.
It is the only theory to explain the way things ought to be in regards to what
is right and wrong.
CONCEPT
Egoism
3
Erika, like most people in her culture, grows flowers in her yard.
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Which of the following examples contains a disagreement between
popular thought and divine command theory?
God says to keep the Sabbath holy, so many people don't have to work on
the weekend.
God forbids divorce, so my wife and I didn't make a prenuptial agreement.
God forbids the worship of idols, so I only worship him.
God says, "Woe to those who are rich," but many people strive for wealth.
CONCEPT
Applying Divine Command Theory
5
Which of the following people would most likely be satisfied with
conventionalism?
Mara is looking for an ethical framework that can account for changing
cultural attitudes.
Martin is looking for an ethical framework that says, "You do you."
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