Which of the Following Best Explains the Idea That Even

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains the idea that even nonmoral religious teachings can matter to moral reasoning?

• A) Because religious teachings about morality are really descriptive claims about what God or some religious authority says, religious moral commands are actually nonmoral claims.
• B) Nonmoral claims that undermine the plausibility of a particular religion also undermine any moral claims found in that religion.
• C) Some nonmoral religious claims, such as claims about the afterlife or the soul, affect how we understand or apply premises about our general moral obligations.
• D) Only nonmoral religious teachings are usable in moral reasoning because of the Euthyphro dilemma.

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Definitions:

Family of Origin

The immediate family unit in which a person is born or raised, influencing their early development and values.

Extended Family

A family group that extends beyond the nuclear family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives.

Blended Family

A combined family structure created by the merging of two families with children from previous relationships, emphasizing unity.

Natural Family

A social unit typically consisting of parents and their children by blood or adoption, emphasizing biological connections.