Foot and the Trolley Problem

These flashcards review key concepts and vocabulary from the lecture on the Doctrine of Double Effect and its application in ethical dilemmas like the Trolley Problem.

Doctrine of Double Effect (DDE)

The ethical principle stating that it is sometimes permissible to bring about a good effect by means of a bad effect, provided the bad effect is not directly intended.

Oblique Intention

An intention that is not the direct goal of an action, but occurs as a side effect.

Direct Intention

An intention where the primary goal of the action is to achieve a specific outcome.

Strategic Bombing

The intention to damage an enemy's infrastructure to bring about a quicker end to a conflict, with some foreseeable civilian casualties.

Terror Bombing

The intention to use mass civilian casualties to break an enemy’s will, resulting in harm that is directly intended.

Positive Right

The right to have others act on one’s behalf.”},{