From a Kantian ethical perspective,in some extreme circumstances (e.g. ,aiding a very sick relative)it might be acceptable to borrow money from a friend,promising to repay the money,even though we know there is no chance we will ever be able to repay it.

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A Kantian ethical perspective would not allow for making promises that we know we cannot keep, as this would go against the moral duty to treat others with respect and not use them as mere means to our own ends. It would be more ethical to find alternative ways to help the sick relative without resorting to deception or exploitation of friendship.

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