What are the two traditional subdivisions of moral philosophy?

A. normative ethics and metaethics
B. metaphysics and moral reasoning
C. divine command theory and natural law theory
D. subjectivism and cultural relativism


Answer: A

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For "politician," provide an analytical definition that is flattering.

What will be an ideal response?

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A symbol for the unity of all things that many indigenous cultures use is the

a. dream. b. arrow. c. dove. d. circle.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

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