The doctrine of double effect Flashcards

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what are the 3 results of the doctrine

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good consequence
bad consequence
good intention

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2
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what is the doctrine used for

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solving contradictions with primary precepts

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3
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what does the doctrine permit

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an act with good intention and an unintended side effect of something bad. the focus being on the good consequence

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what are the 4 principles of the doctrine

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morally good acting nature
means - end: bad effect must not be way to good effect
right intention : has to be only for good effect
proportionality:
good effect must be atleast equivalent or more significant to the bad

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