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imanialler

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The notion that our actions may have consequences that are extremely difficult to estimate, which may even be opposite to our intentions, defines what concept?
 
 

a. Morins Ecology of Action c. Roboethics
  b. Gaia Theory d. Heterogenesis of Ends



Question 2

Which events related to World War II are identified as cases that changed the notion of responsibility?
 
 

a. The Adolph Eichmann trial and the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki c. The invasion of Normandy on D-Day
  b. The invasion of Iran by the Allied Powers d. The Treaty of Versailles



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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Heterogenesis of Ends implies that the consequences of our actions may be unintended.



Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
These two cases are cited as examples by Operto as changing the notion of responsibility and challenging the differentiation of roles.



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Excellent

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