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6 – Moral Agency in Machines

This Is Technology Ethics

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Moral Agency Exists on a Spectrum

Moral agency should not be viewed as an all-or-nothing trait but rather as a spectrum with varying degrees of ethical awareness and impact. Some agents operate with moral implications but lack full ethical understanding, while others exhibit moral emotions, virtues, and wisdom that inform their behavior. This nuanced perspective emphasizes that individuals can possess different levels of ethical agency, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of moral interactions.

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