_________________ is the view that an individual action is ethically right if it
maximizes social utility
a. civil society
b. privatization
c. act utilitarianism
d. rule utilitarianism
B
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Symbolize this statement using the scheme of abbreviation provided: Anyone who studies philosophy writes well. (Px: x is a person; Sx: x studies philosophy; Wx: x writes well)
Symbols list You may use the list below to copy-and-paste symbols into your answer as needed. ?; ?; •; ~; ?; ?; ?; ?
Which of the following observations would be inconsistent with the Determination of Brain Death?
A. No spontaneous respirations after the ventilator was withdrawn, even in presence of elevated CO2 B. Absence of any eye movement when ice cold water is instilled into ear canal. C. Evidence of irreversible coma & total unresponsiveness with a known cause of coma D. Posturing in response to a painful sternal rub Pupils fixed and dilated
How would a utilitarian respond to the suggestion that alien beings would be allowed to abduct involuntary human subjects for lethal medical experiments provided that they give humanity a cure for all viral diseases, including AIDS? Evaluate the answer from the standpoint of an act utilitarian and a rule utilitarian.
What will be an ideal response?
Authority and power are similar because for an individual or group to maintain authority or power requires
A) ?The approval of others B) ?Recurring showcases of credibility C) ?Grounding in political parties D) ?None of the above