The Number of Offspring Contributed by an Individual to Future

question 25

Multiple Choice

The number of offspring contributed by an individual to future generations defines an organism's

• A) virility.
• B) heritability.
• C) fitness.
• D) vigor.
• E) sustainability.

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Definitions:

Moral Rules

Fundamental principles that govern behavior, considered right and essential by a culture or society, often reflecting shared values, ethics, and expectations for personal conduct.

Rule Consequentialism

An ethical theory that posits the morality of an action depends on the consequences of the rules that would be established by following or endorsing that action.

General Rules

Broad, overarching principles or guidelines that govern behavior or actions in various scenarios.

Rule Consequentialists

Philosophers or ethical theorists who believe that adherence to beneficial rules or norms yields the best consequences.