A moral theory is unacceptable if its practical requirements are so demanding that they cannot be satisfied or could be satisfied by only a few extraordinary persons or communities.

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A moral theory must be practically applicable to the majority of people; if its demands are too high for most to meet, it is considered too demanding and thus unacceptable. This is because a moral theory should guide behavior in a way that is achievable and realistic for most people.

A Moral Theory Is Unacceptable If Its Practical Requirements Are