Philosophy 103
Study questions:  Kant's Fundamental Principles...
Second Section


1.  Kant argues that some imperatives command hypothetically and some categorically?  What
    exactly is the difference?  In which of these categories do moral commands fit?

2.  In the second section, Kant introduces for the second time his (first) formulation of the
    Categorical Imperative (the ultimate imperative of morality).  It is often called the Formula
    of Universal Law.  What does this formulation command of us?  How does Kant apply it
    to particular cases?

3.  Kant later introduces a second formulation of the Categorical Imperative.  It is often called
    the Formula of Humanity as an End in Itself.  What does this formulation command of us?
    How does Kant apply it to particular cases?

4.  Consider these two formulations of the Categorical Imperative and Kant's applications of them.
    Kant claims that these are the ultimate commands of morality--all moral obligations can be
    derived from them.  What potential problems might there be for these formulations?  Are there
    any obligations that they might miss?  Are there any situations in which they might yield the wrong
    answer (that is, command you to do something that you think is wrong)?