"Dennis Is Engaging in Behavior X

question 1

Multiple Choice

"Dennis is engaging in Behavior X. A majority of philosophers argue that Behavior X is unethical. Therefore, Dennis is acting unethically and should cease Behavior X." This statement reflects the pitfall in moral reasoning known as the:

• A) theory/situation gap.
• B) is/ought gap.
• C) descriptive/normative gap.
• D) are/were gap.

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Definitions:

Discharged

Released from a contract, obligation, or debt; in legal terms, it often refers to a debt being forgiven or a prisoner being released.

Duties

Obligations or responsibilities that are required to be fulfilled under the law or by agreement.

Lifeguard

A person trained and employed to prevent accidents and rescue swimmers in a swimming pool, water park, or beach.

Rescission

The act of revoking, canceling, or repealing a contract, returning all parties to their positions prior to the agreement.