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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
Don't Question Authority: Might Makes Right

Multiple Choice



1

The doctrine that what makes an action right is that one approves of it is called emotive absolutism.
A)True
B)False
2

According to subjective relativism, morality depends on absolute moral standards.
A)True
B)False
3

Emotivism says that moral utterances are made true or false by one's emotions.
A)True
B)False
4

Cultural relativism is the doctrine that what makes an action right is that it is approved by one's culture.
A)True
B)False
5

Moral judgments consist of a moral standard, factual beliefs, and emotional content.
A)True
B)False