Rossian Pluralism

Question 1

Which of the following is included on Ross’s list of (seven) pro tanto duties?
A. Beneficence
B. Reparation
C. Non-maleficence
D. All of the above

Answer 1

D. All of the above

Question 2

According to Ross, in cases involving multiple, conflicting pro tanto duties, what you ought to do, all things considered, is which of the following?
A. Self-evident
B. Unknowable
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B

Answer 2

D. Neither A nor B

Question 3

What’s a prima facie duty?

Answer 3

Your duty “at first face” or “at first appearance”

Question 4

What’s a duty sans phrase?

Answer 4

Your duty “without qualification”

Question 5

Which of the following is a derivative duty for Ross?
A. A duty of gratitude
B. A duty not to lie
C. A duty of fidelity
D. A duty of reparation

Answer 5

B. A duty not to lie

Question 6

Which of the following best characterizes the “unconnected heap’ objection?
A. Ross’s theory is too simple
B. Ross’s theory doesn’t account for everyday moral judgment
C. Ross’s theory is unsystematic
D. None of the above

Answer 6

C. Ross’s theory is unsystematic