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codyclark

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Which of the following is a common objection to Utilitarianism?
 
 

a. The theory requires us to compare alternative courses of action, but the
  outcomes of the various alternatives are often uncertain.
  b. The theory concerns itself with the total amount of happiness, and not with
  how that happiness is distributed.
  c. The theory may require that some peoples happiness be sacrificed in order
  to achieve the greatest overall amount of happiness.
  d. All of the above



Question 2

According to the theory of Utilitarianism, what makes right acts right?
 
 

a. They are based on selfinterest.
  b. They maximize happiness.
  c. They accord with Gods commands.
  d. They accord with the social norms of ones society



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vickybb89

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


codyclark

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Reply 2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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