Under Kant's Categorical Imperative, Is It Acceptable to Lie

question 3

Multiple Choice

Under Kant's categorical imperative, is it acceptable to lie?

• A) Yes, because in a free state each can do what pleases oneself.
• B) No, because it would not be desirable to have a society in which all persons felt that it was appropriate to do so.
• C) Yes, because everyone lies.
• D) It is always acceptable to lie.

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