A Moral Philosophy That Exists in the Consumer Bill of Rights

question 23

Multiple Choice

A moral philosophy that exists in the Consumer Bill of Rights and is favored by moral philosophers and consumer interest groups is referred to as

• A) social responsibility.
• B) moral idealism.
• C) utilitarianism.
• D) hedonism.
• E) the Golden Rule.

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Definitions:

Human Evolution

The lengthy process of change by which people originated from apelike ancestors, characterized by developments such as bipedalism, increased brain size, and the use of tools.

Postindustrial Societies

Are those in which most workers are employed in the service sector and computers spur substantial increases in the division of labor and productivity. Shortly after World War II, the United States became the first postindustrial society. Gender inequality is reduced in postindustrial societies, partly because so many women are brought into the system of higher education and into the paid labor force. Class inequality increases in some postindustrial societies.

Service Sector

The segment of the economy that provides services rather than goods, including industries like healthcare, education, and finance.

Division of Labor

The assignment of different parts of a manufacturing process or task to different people in order to improve efficiency.