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Write an essay comparing and contrasting how a leader may use relative moral theories and universal moral theories. Consider the following situation. 500 word minimum
You are a member of the university debate team. You have an upcoming competition with your most bitter rival, and the general topic has been released: relative moral theories vs. universal moral theories, which are more effective with regard to team success?
Select a position for the debate. In other words, decide which of the two you believe is the more effective. The best debaters are able to present both sides of the issue while explaining why their position is correct. To that end, discuss each of the two types of moral theories, and provide evidence as to why your selected position is the correct position.
Make sure to address the following points in the essay.
- Give an explanation of relative moral theories.
- Give an explanation of universal moral theories.
- What is the impact of unethical or immoral behaviors on trust within a team?
- Which type of theory would be more effective in establishing trust within a team, and why?
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Running head: RELATIVE MORAL THEORIES VS UNIVERSAL MORAL THEORIES
Relative Moral Theories Vs Universal Moral Theories
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RELATIVE MORAL THEORIES VS UNIVERSAL MORAL THEORIES
Morality is normally understood as the adoption of rules that are considered right. Moral
regulation of all types has been essential to the wellbeing of societies across history. There are
two major types of morality theories. Relative moral theories are founded on the argument that
rightness and truth differs across different cultures or people (Kölbel, 2015). On the other hand,
Universal moral theories state that morality or the absolute standards of wrong or right are
applicable to all people regardless of their beliefs or culture. Thus, in this article, the relative
moral theories and universal moral theories are explored in order to understand the theory that
would be successful in developing trust within a team.
Relative moral theories recognize that there are no absolute truths. Truth and rightfulness
of a behavior is relative in regard to the subject and can differ from one individual to another and
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