In Considering Public Policy About Punishment, a Utilitarian Would Argue

question 17

Multiple Choice

In considering public policy about punishment, a utilitarian would argue that punishment is justified if:

• A) The pain and suffering to those who are punished is outweighed by the benefits of punishment
• B) Those benefits cannot be achieved with less suffering
• C) Those benefits cannot be achieved at a lower cost to those who are being punished
• D) All of the above

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