When Actions Make Some Individuals Better Off and Others Worse

question 47

Multiple Choice

When actions make some individuals better off and others worse off, ________ are necessary in applying utilitarianism.

• A) cap-and-trade systems
• B) interpersonal comparisons
• C) cost-benefit analyses
• D) casuistic approaches

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Definitions:

Population

The entire group of individuals or objects that is the subject of a statistical analysis.

Variables

Elements, features, or factors that are likely to change or vary in an experiment or dataset.

Scientific Method

A systematic, organized series of steps that helps ensure objectivity and consistency in exploring a social or scientific problem.

Research Process

The systematic steps followed to collect and analyze information to increase our understanding of a topic or issue.