ethics civics MCQ #1473

According to Kantian ethics, which of the following is the most important factor in determining the morality of an action?

ethics civics MCQ #1473

  1. Question 1

    Q1. According to Kantian ethics, which of the following is the most important factor in determining the morality of an action?

    • A) Its consequences
    • B) The intent behind the action
    • C) The cultural context of the action
    • D) The emotional response it elicits

    Answer: The intent behind the action

    Explanation: Kantian (deontological) ethics holds that the moral worth of an action is determined entirely by the intent behind it — specifically whether it stems from a sense of duty — not by its outcomes or consequences.