An Act-Utilitarian Could Conceivably Conclude That the Killing of One

question 8

True/False

An act-utilitarian could conceivably conclude that the killing of one innocent person to save the lives of a thousand other people is a morally acceptable action.

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Definitions:

Manufacturer

A type of business or company that produces finished goods from raw materials in large quantities for sale.

Present Value

The present worth of a future amount of money or series of cash flows, considering a certain interest rate.

Future Lease Payments

The amounts due over the lease term for the use of an asset.

Salvage Value

The estimated value that an asset will realize upon its sale at the end of its useful life.