Which of the following is NOT a step to be taken in a utilitarian analysis?

A. Identify all those who are directly and indirectly affected by the action.
B. Specify only the good consequences of the action for those directly affected.
C. Carry out a similar analysis, if necessary, for those indirectly affected, as well as for society as a whole.
D. Consider, imaginatively, whether there are various alternatives other than simply doing or not doing the action, and carry out a similar analysis for each of the other alternative actions.


B

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