Which of the Following Statements Describes the Moral Theory of Utilitarianism

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes the moral theory of utilitarianism?

• A) People must choose the action or follow the rule that provides the greatest good to society.
• B) People must follow actions that are in accordance with a specific ethical rule or principle from a religious text.
• C) People must choose to follow actions of a virtuous person.
• D) People must follow actions based on moral duties imparted by one's community.

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Definitions:

Component

Represents a part or element of a larger whole, especially a part of a machine or system.

Peaks Early

Refers to something that reaches its highest or most intense point of development, performance, or activity at an early stage.

Self-Serving Bias

The common tendency to attribute one's successes to personal factors and one's failures to external factors.

Collectivist Societies

Societies or cultures that prioritize the group over the individual, focusing on communal goals and shared responsibilities.