The Method of Ethical Reasoning That Evaluates Actions in Terms

question 29

Multiple Choice

The method of ethical reasoning that evaluates actions in terms of harms and benefits is:

• A) Act Utilitarianism
• B) Rights Theory
• C) Justice
• D) Virtue

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Definitions:

Defamation

A false and harmful statement about someone that damages their reputation, which can be categorized as libel (written) or slander (spoken).

First Amendment

A change to the U.S. Constitution that safeguards rights related to religious practice, speech, gathering, and petitioning the government.

Nonserious Interference

Minimal or insignificant disruption that does not constitute a legal nuisance or cause substantial harm to another's property rights.

Conversion

Conversion, in legal terms, refers to an act of wrongfully taking, using, or retaining possession of personal property belonging to another without permission.