Assess Kant's ethics of duty and freedom as a response to all previous ethical theories.

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$10.00 Assess Kant's ethics of duty and freedom as a response to all previous ethical theories.

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In a well developed 2-3 page essay:

A. Explain the originality and uniqueness of Kant's ethical theory by:
1. Explaining Kant's general criticism of previous ethical theories.
2. Defining how Kant distinguishes between autonomy and heteronomy.
3. Explaining Kant's formulation of the "categorical imperative."
4. Explaining how adherence to the categorical imperative provides for autonomous ethical choice.

B. Reflect on Kant's ethical theory by:
1. Supporting a position on how Kant's theory on ethical decision making is correct or incorrect with personal thought.

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Preview: ... ur freedom. We 'ought' to do this on our own free will. Formula of the End Itself: demanding respect from someone. For example, deceivers make it entirely impossible for their victims to consent to the deceiver's project (Singer, 2003, p. 179). If we fail to treat others with respect and dignity, then we fail ourselves. The remaining formulations of the Categorical Imperative 'kingdom of Ends': to have self-control, bound by law and also respect for others (Singer, 2003, p.179). Together the perspectives of the one who seeks to act on principles that all other share and to respect all others can be self-legislating.<br>Categorical imperative provides for autonomous ethical choice by willing something to become universal law. For example, hyp ...

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