2. what is utilitarianism? what does utilitarianism imply for
cost benefit analysis of environmental issues? what can be some of
the limits of using this approach? what is the practical advantage
of a teleological ethics system such as utilitarianism over a
deontological ethics system.
1. Explain Utilitarianism and provide an example of how
Utilitarianism might be used to analyze a decision. 2. Summarize
the Deontologic Theory of Ethics. Is this theory workable in our
society? Why or why not? 3. Briefly explain Virtue Ethics. Explain
how it might be used to guide decisions.
According to utilitarianism, which is the right moral
decision?
a) Utilitarianism does not believe that there is ever a single
right answer.
b) The right moral decision is the one that leads to the most
happiness for everyone who is affected by the choice.
c) The right moral decision is the one that creates the most
happiness for you and those you care for.
d) Utilitarianism would not consider any of these to be a
morally right decision.