Why Is Practical Wisdom Essential in Acting Virtuously

question 25

Multiple Choice

Why is practical wisdom essential in acting virtuously?

• A) Practical wisdom is required for recognizing what a particular virtue requires in a particular situation.
• B) Practical wisdom is required for knowing which virtue to exercise in a particular situation.
• C) Practical wisdom consists in understanding situations correctly, without which a person cannot have the proper motivation to act virtuously.
• D) Practical wisdom consists in understanding the golden mean between two vices, which is essential for virtuous action.

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Definitions:

Prosocial Behavior

Voluntary actions intended to help or benefit another individual or group of individuals without anticipation of reward.

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Generalizability

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