Which of the Following Best Captures McMahan's Main Conclusion of "Torture

question 282

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best captures McMahan's main conclusion of "Torture in Principle and in Practice"?

• A) Certain forms of torture are morally acceptable and should be legally sanctioned.
• B) Torture is always immoral, but should be legally sanctioned in some cases.
• C) Torture, although sometimes permissible in principle, should never be legally sanctioned.
• D) Torture is always immoral in principle and should never be legally sanctioned.

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Definitions:

Civilian Goods

Products and services intended for use by the general public rather than for military purposes.

Real Cost

The total cost of producing a good or service, including the opportunity cost of alternative uses of resources and inputs.

Wartime Shortages

Periods during war when there is a lack of availability of essential goods and resources due to increased demand and disrupted supply chains.

Opportunity Cost

The benefit missed out on when choosing one alternative over another, emphasizing the impact of choice on resource allocation.