If a Middle Eastern Culture and the American Culture Differ

question 2

Multiple Choice

If a Middle Eastern culture and the American culture differ as to the morality of a particular action, under ethical relativism:

• A) both cultures are correct.
• B) the action should be assessed to determine whether the action produces more net pleasure compared with net pain.
• C) a cost-benefit analysis should be conducted to determine the relative economic efficiency of the action.
• D) the action should be viewed through a "veil of ignorance" to determine whether it is ethical.

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