Which of the following best describes a prima facie duty?

A. a moral requirement that cannot be violated
B. a moral requirement that can be violated to promote the interests of the state
C. a moral requirement that can be overridden by other moral considerations
D. a moral requirement that can be ignored


Answer: C

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cosmopolitan direction. Do you think he was correct?

What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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