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if one has no desire to look wise the injunction or advice lapses. A categorical
imperative cannot be so avoided: it is a requirement that binds anybody, regardless of
their inclinations. It could be represented as, for example: 'Tell the truth! (regardless
of whether you want to or not).' The distinction is not always signalled by presence or
absence of the conditional or hypothetical form: 'if you crave drink, don't become a
bartender' may be regarded an absolute injunction applying to anyone, although only
activated in the case of those with the stated desire.
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