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    Question

    What is the central principle of deontological ethics?

    A The greatest good for the greatest number Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The ends justify the means Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The duty or obligation of an action is what matters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Morality is determined by social contracts Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Deontological ethics, often associated with the philosopher Immanuel Kant, holds that the morality of an action is determined by the inherent nature of the action itself, rather than its consequences. The central principle of deontology is that certain actions are inherently right or wrong, regardless of the outcomes they produce. It emphasizes duties, obligations, and moral rules as the basis for ethical decision-making.

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