Suppose a Fine-Tuned Involuntary Organ Donation Rule Were Acceptable to Rule

question 9

Multiple Choice

Suppose a fine-tuned involuntary organ donation rule were acceptable to rule utilitarianism but conflicted with rule utilitarian principles of personal rights. Which of the following is true of the way forward?

• A) Ordinary rule utilitarianism could resolve this using the dilemma principle.
• B) Using the dilemma principle may not adequately respect personal rights.
• C) Following the rule that creates the greatest overall utility could best respect personal rights.
• D) All of the above

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