The Philosophical Methods of Moral Reasoning Suggest That Once We

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Multiple Choice

The philosophical methods of moral reasoning suggest that once we have ascertained the facts, we should ask ourselves certain questions when trying to resolve a moral issue. Which of the following is NOT one of those questions?

• A) Which course of action maximizes my net benefits?
• B) Which course of action develops moral virtues?
• C) Which course of action advances the common good?
• D) What benefits and what harms will each course of action produce and which alternative will lead to the best overall consequences?

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Definitions:

Cross-sectional Design

A research methodology that examines a population, or a representative subset, at a single point in time to make inferences about the population at that time point.

Age Differences

Variations in behaviors, abilities, experiences, or preferences that occur due to differences in individuals' ages.

Short Period

Refers to a brief duration of time, typically used in various contexts to indicate a limited time frame.

Longitudinal

Referring to research or studies that collect data on the same subjects repeatedly over a period of time.