TERM 1
Relativistic Stance
DEFINITION 1
The way things are not the way they ought to be. We cannot
justify our ethical choices
TERM 2
Bok's Principle of
Veracity
DEFINITION 2
Strong presumption against lying....Truth should be the
default....Lying can be justified but only as a last resort.
TERM 3
Bok's Test of Publicity
DEFINITION 3
Exhaust all truth full alternatives first..... What effect does
your lie have on others and yourself..... Consult a group of
reasonable persons..... If they agree with your lie then it is
justified
TERM 4
Ross Prima Facie Duties
DEFINITION 4
7 Duties That determine what we ought to do.... Fidelity
(keeping promises & no deception) Reparation (Make up for
the injuries done to others) Gratitude (grateful for benefits)
Non-Injury (no harm) Harm Prevention.... Benefit (do good to
others) Self Improvement (help yourself)
TERM 5
Prima Facie Duties Problems
DEFINITION 5
Duties are not enough to decide what we should do.
