Which of the Following Does the Author Not Present as a Reason

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does the author not present as a reason for studying ethics?

• A) To discover universally valid principles of conduct
• B) To discover how best to promote the welfare of society
• C) To find the "good life"
• D) To find a way to help us make real-world ethical decisions
• E) He presents all of the above as reasons for studying ethics.

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Definitions:

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how consumers rank different bundles of goods according to the level of satisfaction or utility those goods provide.

Cow Feed

Food specifically formulated or suitable for feeding cattle.

Consumption

Refers to the total amount of goods and services purchased and used by consumers over a period of time.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how a set of choices maps to their associated levels of happiness or satisfaction for an individual or entity.