Consequentialism argues that the moral quality of an action is only sometimes determined by its consequences. True False   Utilitarianism is a demanding moral theory. True False   Utilitarianism is always egoistic. True False

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SUBJECT: ETHICS

 

Consequentialism argues that the moral quality of an action is only sometimes determined by its consequences.

True

False

 

Utilitarianism is a demanding moral theory.

True

False

 

Utilitarianism is always egoistic.

True

False

 

Utilitarianism is a kind of consequentialism that argues that actions should be measured in terms of the happiness or pleasure they produce.

True

False

 

Normative ethical theories provide criteria and rules for judging moral actions.

True

False

 

Batman is a utilitarian.

True

False

 

What are the two kinds of utilitarianism?

   

Classical and Rule

   

Egoistic and Hedonistic

   

None of the answers given is correct

   

Act and Maxim

   

Maxim and Rule

 

For Utilitarians, Utilitarianism is founded on the most basic human good i.e. the primal desire to seek pleasure and avoid pain.

 True

 False

 

What is the name of the person in Bernard Williams’ thought experiment who is on a botanical expedition in South America? Type the answer in all UPPER-CASE LETTERS.

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