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A Scientific Approach to Normative Ethics
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Abstract
In this chapter we will try to develop our version of a scientific approach to normative ethics. First, we will attempt to define the criteria of science which should be met for a normative framework. Then we will try to develop correct terminology and thereafter to build a series of propositions that should follow from one another in a very strict logical order.
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Normative ethics Rational choice Scientific method Verification Unanimity Veil of ignoranceReferences
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