Asked by Alayna Montoya on Jul 07, 2024

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In the third categorical imperative the emphasis is that when we act morally we fully choose our own moral decisions as ______.

A) justified individuals
B) autonomous moral agents
C) thinking beings
D) justified moral agents

Autonomous Moral Agents

Individuals or entities capable of making their own ethical decisions and bearing responsibility for those decisions.

Justified Individuals

Persons whose actions or beliefs are deemed ethical, legal, or right based on moral or legal grounds.

Moral Decisions

Choices made by individuals reflecting their judgments about what is right or wrong, often involving complex considerations of ethical principles and values.

  • Clarify how duty, autonomy, and dignity are interwoven in Kant's moral theory.
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Sharon MothershedJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The third categorical imperative places emphasis on the individual's autonomy and ability to make their own moral decisions. Therefore, the best choice is B) autonomous moral agents.