Which of the Following Statements Is True of Rule Utilitarianism

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of rule utilitarianism?

• A) Ethical truths depend on the individuals and groups holding them.
• B) Decisions must benefit the maximum number of people through the fairest and most universally just means available.
• C) A current ethical dilemma should be compared with similar examples and outcomes before deciding on a course of action.
• D) Intuition and personal feelings should guide decision making when faced with ethical dilemmas.

Distinguish between different approaches to conflict (e.g., collaborative vs. competitive).

Grasp the concepts of TRIP (Topic, Relational, Identity, Process) goals in conflict.

Identify the characteristics of "good" conflict goals and how they facilitate conflict resolution.

Understand the role of communication in defining and resolving conflicts, especially in terms of relational messages.

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Definitions:

Large Dividends

Significant payments made by a corporation to its shareholders, usually derived from the company's profits.

Small Dividends

Refers to dividend payments that are relatively small in amount, typically paid by companies with modest profits or those adopting conservative dividend policies.

Investors

Individuals or organizations that allocate capital with the expectation of receiving financial returns.

Stock Dividend

A payment made to shareholders in the form of additional shares rather than cash.