A Problem with the Utilitarian Principle of Ethical Decision Making

question 45

Multiple Choice

A problem with the utilitarian principle of ethical decision making is that:

• A)it focuses on the consequences of our actions, not on how we achieve those consequences.
• B)there is no agreement on what activities are of the greatest benefits to the affected.
• C)it is difficult to predict the "trickle down" benefits to those people who are least well off in society.
• D)it is almost impossible to evaluate the benefits or costs of many decisions.
• E)it chooses the option that provides the minimum acceptable degree of satisfaction to those affected.

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