Which of the Following Statements Describes the Moral Theory of Utilitarianism

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes the moral theory of utilitarianism?

• A) People must choose the action or follow the rule that provides the greatest good to society.
• B) People must follow actions that are in accordance with a specific ethical rule or principle from a religious text.
• C) People must choose to follow actions of a virtuous person.
• D) People must follow actions based on moral duties imparted by one's community.

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Definitions:

Market Rate of Return

The average rate of return of a specific market or investment over a certain period, reflecting the gains and losses in that market.

Annual Dividend

The total dividend payment a shareholder receives from a company in one year, based on the number of shares owned.

Constant

A value that does not change and remains fixed throughout the calculation or equation in which it appears.

Rate of Return

The yield or downfall in an investment's worth over a given period, formulated as a percentage of the investment's primal cost.