In What Sense Is Ethical Absolutism Sometimes Thought to Be

question 20

Multiple Choice

In what sense is ethical absolutism sometimes thought to be irrational?

• A) Adherence to absolute rules can frustrate the underlying purpose of the rules.
• B) There is no evidence for the existence of objective moral rules.
• C) Ethical absolutism requires assuming that one's views are right and that everyone else is wrong.
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Net Present Value Analysis

A method used in capital budgeting to evaluate the profitability of an investment, calculating the present value of expected cash flows less the initial investment.

Capital Investment

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Present Value

Today's value of future financial sums or cash flow streams, considering a specific rate of return.

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