Locke Says, "The Inconveniencies That They Are Therein Exposed to by the Irregular

question 289

Multiple Choice

Locke says, "The inconveniencies that they are therein exposed to by the irregular and uncertain exercise of the power every man has of punishing the transgressions of others, make them take sanctuary under the established laws of government, and therein seek the preservation of their property. It is this that makes them so willingly give up every one his single power of punishing to be exercised by such alone as shall be appointed to it amongst them, and by such rules as the community, or those authorized by them to that purpose, shall agree on. And in this we have the original right and rise of both the ____________ and ___________ power as well as of the governments and societies themselves."

• A) normative; prescriptive
• B) legislative; executive
• C) scientific; logical
• D) metaphysical; epistemological

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Definitions:

Ethical Principles

Fundamental guidelines that dictate behavior, ensuring actions and decisions are morally right and benefit both individuals and society as a whole.

Personal Ethics

The set of formal or informal ethical principles that an individual uses to guide their ethical decisions.

Societal Ethics

Principles and standards that guide behavior within society, reflecting beliefs about what is acceptable or unacceptable, right or wrong.

Consumer Buying Patterns

The purchasing habits of individuals or groups, often analyzed for marketing and business strategy.