Kant Says That Some Duties Generated by the Categorical Imperative

question 20

Multiple Choice

Kant says that some duties generated by the categorical imperative are absolute-they are perfect duties.So regarding the perfect duty not to lie,Kant would insist that lying is:

• A)permitted if the duty not to lie conflicts with other duties.
• B)not permitted under any circumstances.
• C)permitted if the only way to prevent the deaths of several innocent people is to lie.
• D)not permitted under some unspecified circumstances.

Recognize the historical development of intelligence testing and key contributions by pioneers such as Alfred Binet, Theodore Simon, and David Wechsler.

Grasp the debates surrounding the heredity vs. environment (nature vs. nurture) influence on intelligence.

Assess the role of genetic factors in intelligence through the study of twins and adoption studies.

Understand the impact of environmental factors on intelligence, including the effect of intellectually stimulating environments and deprivation.

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