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dollx

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on: Jun 19, 2018

Adam Smith made the point that individual pursuit of self-interest (egoistic conduct), even when subject to rules and
  constraints, always undermines the utilitarian goal of producing the most good for all.


 
 

a. True
  b. False



Question 2

One feature about utilitarianism that makes it appealing as a standard for moral decisions in business and nonbusiness
  organizations is that it provides a clear and straightforward basis for formulating and testing policies.


 
 

a. True
  b. False



wergv

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

False

Answer to Question 2

True


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