Explain the difference between hypothetical and categorical imperatives

What will be an ideal response?


ANS:
A hypothetical imperative is a requirement that must be followed if—and only if—we wish to achieve some outcome. "Go to medical school!" is a hypothetical imperative; it applies only to those who intend to become doctors. A categorical imperative is a requirement that all of us must follow, regardless of our goals. For Kant, the requirements of morality are categorical imperatives.

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