The Declaration of Independence Was a Remarkable Philosophical Statement for Its

question 32

Multiple Choice

The Declaration of Independence was a remarkable philosophical statement for its time because it asserted that

• A)slavery was a "morally unjust" institution that should be outlawed.
• B)there were "unalienable rights" that could not be abridged by governments.
• C)laissez-faire capitalism would be the "supreme law of the land" in America.
• D)America was "first and foremost, a Christian nation."

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Definitions:

Self-Serving Decisions

Choices made that primarily benefit the decision-maker, often at the expense of others or ethical norms.

Balancing Interests Principles

Involves creating a fair and equitable approach to managing and reconciling the diverse and often competing interests of stakeholders in an organization or a project.

Probability of Effect

refers to the likelihood or chance that a specific action or condition will lead to a particular outcome or result.

Concern for Harmony Principles

Ethical values that prioritize peaceful, cooperative, and non-confrontational relations among individuals or groups.