How do different philosophical schools approach ethical dilemmas?

Different philosophical schools approach ethical dilemmas in various ways depending on the kind of beliefs they hold concerning ethics. Philosophical ethics generally aims to provide a rationale for what is right and wrong, whether it's based on virtuous character or principles. In virtue ethics, making ethical decisions involves doing what a good person would do in a given situation. Deontological ethics concern following moral duties and obligations, while consequentialism emphasizes the outcomes of actions. Other schools like existentialism, social contract theory or feminist theory have different approaches to ethical dilemmas, but ultimately they all aim to answer the question of how we should live our lives and treat others in morally sound ways.

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