A Weakness of Nonconsequentialists Is That They Try to Avoid

question 3

Multiple Choice

A weakness of nonconsequentialists is that they try to avoid

• A)the consequences of their rules or acts.
• B)the duties that all human beings have.
• C)the virtues in leading the good life.
• D)paying taxes like the rest of us.

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Definitions:

Legal Cause

The reason or motive for some action under law, often referring to the grounds for litigation or the principle reasons behind legal action.

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages are compensation awarded in addition to actual damages, intended to punish the defendant for egregious wrongdoing and deter similar future actions.

Negligence

A failure to exercise appropriate and/or ethical ruled care expected to be exercised amongst specified circumstances, leading to harm or damage.

Reasonable Person

A legal standard used to determine how an average person would responsibly act under similar circumstances.