Utilitarianism's Fundamental Insight Is That We Should Decide What to Do

question 20

Multiple Choice

Utilitarianism's fundamental insight is that we should decide what to do by:

• A)considering the moral character of individuals.
• B)following the rules, regardless of consequences.
• C)acting only out of a self-interest.
• D)considering the consequences of our actions.

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Definitions:

Continental Collision

A tectonic process whereby two continental plates collide, leading to the formation of mountains and mountain ranges.

Ocean-Continent Convergent Zone

A boundary between tectonic plates where an oceanic plate is subducting beneath a continental plate, often generating volcanic and seismic activity.

Accretionary Prism

A wedge-shaped accumulation of sediment and rock scraped off the top of a descending tectonic plate at a convergent plate boundary.

Volcanic Mountain Belt

A geographical area consisting of numerous volcanoes which are formed along plate boundaries or over hotspots in Earth's crust.