What is morality a function of, for Kant?

a. Reason
b. Desire
c. Need
d. Egoism


ANS: A

Philosophy & Belief

You might also like to view...

Rachels argues that the distinction between active and passive euthanasia leads

to life and death decisions made on irrelevant grounds.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Philosophy & Belief

According to Thomas Hobbes, the reason we feel pity toward others is because

A. we are benevolent by nature and feel sympathetic toward others. B. we are afraid their misfortune might happen to us. C. we are afraid they will find out that we don't care about their misfortune. D. we are stupid. According to Hobbes, smart people don't feel pity.

Philosophy & Belief

The Enlightenment writers stressed the ideal of human progress

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Philosophy & Belief

For Plato justice involves helping friends and harming enemies

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Philosophy & Belief