Which of the Following Best Describes the Relationship Between Utilitarianism

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the relationship between utilitarianism and consequentialism?

• A) Utilitarianism is a form of consequentialism.
• B) Consequentialism is a form of utilitarianism.
• C) Utilitarianism and consequentialism are completely independent theories.
• D) Utilitarianism and consequentialism are inconsistent

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Definitions:

Merchant

An individual or business entity engaged in the trade of goods, services, or both, to consumers.

Bilateral Contract

A mutual agreement between two parties where each promises to perform an act in exchange for the other party's act.

Valid Contract

A legally binding agreement between parties that is enforceable by law, meeting all essential elements like offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutual intent.

Rejection

In contract law, an express or implied manifestation of an offeree’s unwillingness to contract on the terms of an offer. In sales law, a buyer’s refusal to accept goods because they are defective or nonconforming.