how are Ethical Egoism and Virtue Ethics the same and what are the contradictory elements between the two systems

Answer 1

Read:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethical_egoism

http://hettingern.people.cofc.edu/Introduction_to_Philosophy_Fall_09/Rachels_Ch_12_Virtue_Ethics.htm

Answer 2

I am still confused on what they have in common.

Answer 3

Let's start with the word, "ethics." What does it mean?

Answer 4

the study of moral standards and how they affect conduct

Answer 5

Both philosophies involve moral standards and conduct.