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intro to ethics chapter 5 niacc
intro to ethics chapter 5 niacc
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Physiology
Undergraduate 2
09/24/2012

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Maxim
Definition
Rule of conduct implicit in any voluntary action
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Prudence
Definition

The state or act of proceeding with caution or in interest of oneself

 

Example. of not stealing because you might get caught

 

 

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Deontological ethics
Definition
An ethical perspective emphasizing the importance of doing your duty and adhearing to rules and principles of right conduct
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A priori
Definition
That which is not derived from experience, nor dependent upon it.
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Ethical relativist
Definition

Meaning that he does not regard morality as a matter of personal opinion or subjective preference

 

depenedent on cultural, historical societal factors

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