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Doing Philosophy: An Introduction Through Thought Experiments, 2/e
Theodore Schick, Muhlenberg College
Lewis Vaughn

The Problem of Relativism and Morality

Chapter Objectives

After studying chapter 5, you should be able to:

State the various theories of morality.

Describe the thought experiments that have been used to test them.

Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the various theories of morality.

Define consequentialism, formalism, intrinsic value, instrumental value, utilitarianism, categorical imperative, and contractarianism.

Formulate your own view of what makes an action right or wrong.