Briefly describe what is meant by the principle that we should, "Act only according to that maxim by which you can at the same time will that it should become a universal law."

What will be an ideal response?


Should describe Kant's first formulation of the Categorical Imperative ("universal law") as suggesting that we should not engage in any action or make any choice if we would not want all others in similar situations to do the same thing. Borrowing money and charity are two of Kant's most famous examples. We have a moral duty to act in accordance with the imperative.

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a. True b. False

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

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