The notion that our actions may have consequences that are extremely difficult to estimate, which may even be opposite to our intentions, defines what concept?

a. Morin’s Ecology of Action c. Roboethics
b. Gaia Theory d. Heterogenesis of Ends


ANS: D
Heterogenesis of Ends implies that the consequences of our actions may be unintended.

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