Which of the Following Ethical Theories Requires Decision Makers to Maximize

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ethical theories requires decision makers to maximize utility for the society as a whole?

• A) Profit maximization theory
• B) Deontological theory
• C) Rights theory
• D) Utilitarian theory

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Definitions:

Equality/Inequality

Equality refers to the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities, while inequality denotes the existence of unequal opportunities and disparities.

Ethnographic Study

A qualitative research method focused on the systematic study of people and cultures, often through observation and interviews, to understand social practices and phenomena.

Margaret Mead

An influential American cultural anthropologist who contributed significantly to the field through her studies of the socialization processes in Pacific Island cultures.

Whiteness

A social construct referencing the cultural, historical, and sociopolitical advantages and privileges that benefit people identified as white.