To a __________ , Whether Telling a Lie in a Given

question 43

Multiple Choice

To a __________ , whether telling a lie in a given instance would produce greater pleasure than telling the truth is less important than deciding if a general practice of lying would maximize society's pleasure.

• A) deontologist
• B) rule utilitarian
• C) ethical fundamentalist
• D) ethical relativist

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Definitions:

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological phenomenon in which individuals mistakenly believe that their own attitudes and beliefs are different from those of the majority, often leading to conformity.

Social Psychologists

Experts who study how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others.

Better-informed Opinion

An opinion based on comprehensive, accurate information and understanding.

Inconsistency

The state of being irregular or not remaining the same over time.