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natalie2426

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In ethics, discussions of human freedom usually focus on the actions of
 
 

a. children in democratic societies.
  b. consenting adults.
  c. all human beings.
  d. none of these



Question 2

Because Kantians emphasize the importance of personal autonomy, they reject paternalistic laws as being inherently unjust.
 
 


 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
Although someone might argue this way, a Kantian approach to morality does not automatically imply the wrongness of paternalism. This is because of the Kantian emphasis on respect for all persons, including oneself. For Kant, just as society can enforce our important duties to others, such as by prohibiting theft, so too can it enforce our important duties to oneself, such as by requiring seatbelt use.




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