With Respect to the Circumstances That Surround Making an Ethical

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Short Answer

With respect to the circumstances that surround making an ethical decision, _____ refers to the number of people affected by your action.

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Definitions:

Utilitarian Theory

A philosophical theory stating that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, often defined in terms of the well-being of sentient entities.

Kantian Theory

A philosophical doctrine based on the works of Immanuel Kant, emphasizing the importance of morality, ethics, and duty, guided by reason and categorical imperatives.

Begs the Question

A logical fallacy where the conclusion of an argument is assumed in one of the premises, often leading to circular reasoning.

False Dilemma

A logical fallacy involving a situation in which only limited alternatives are considered, when in fact there is at least one additional option.