Asked by Katey Alberto on Jul 13, 2024
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You are thinking of borrowing some money and are promising to pay it back, though you know you can't keep your promise. For Kant, such an action would be
A) wrong, because it wouldn't be possible for this to be a general policy, where everyone acted similarly.
B) wrong, even though it would be possible for this to be a general policy, where everyone acted similarly.
C) wrong, because it might backfire on you in the future.
D) justifiable, so long as you were honest with yourself about what you are doing.
Kant
Immanuel Kant, a German philosopher whose work in metaphysics, ethics, and aesthetics played a central role in modern philosophy, emphasizing the limits of human knowledge and the importance of moral principles.
General Policy
Broad, overall plans, guidelines, or procedures designed to guide actions toward achieving long-term goals or objectives.
- Grasp the ethical implications of intentions and actions according to Kant's moral theory.
Verified Answer
AH
Andrew HebelerJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Kant's moral philosophy, particularly the categorical imperative, argues that an action is morally right if it can be universalized, meaning it can be consistently applied to everyone without contradiction. Lying about repaying a loan cannot be universalized because if everyone did it, the practice of lending would collapse.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the ethical implications of intentions and actions according to Kant's moral theory.