If a Baboon Learns to Eat Different Kinds of Fruit

question 11

Multiple Choice

If a baboon learns to eat different kinds of fruit instead of relying on only one kind for its nutritive needs, we would argue that this behavior promotes its survival. Thus, the behavior is

• A) adaptive.
• B) aggressive.
• C) dominant.
• D) submissive.

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Definitions:

Interests

Concerns, benefits, or advantages of a person or group.

Utilitarian Theory

A normative ethical theory suggesting that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, typically defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.

Moral Feelings

Emotions that guide or influence ethical judgments and decisions, such as guilt, shame, or empathy.

Ethical Dilemma

A challenging situation where a person is confronted with several right values or moral duties but can only choose one, leading to ethical conflict.