Utilitarianism argues that an action should be judged based on the greatest balance of benefit over loss for everyone.

According to utilitarian reasoning, an action is ethically preferred when its benefits outweigh its costs.FalseTrue

What is the primary focus of utilitarianism? Choose 1 answer Maximizing overall happiness and minimizing suffering Adhering to moral duties regardless of the outcome Following cultural norms and traditions Ensuring fairness and equality

Imagine that Sal is at a diner, when a robber comes in and holds the place up with a gun. Sal immediately confronts the robber, but as she's disarming him, the gun accidentally fires and kills a waiter. What would a utilitarian say about Sal's actions?a.)Sal's actions were justified because they helped her fulfill her telos.b.)Sal's actions were morally correct because they achieved the maximum utility.c.)Sal acted wrongly despite her intentions because her actions did not maximize utility (because of the accidental death).d.)Sal's actions were moral and justified because her intentions were good.

Imagine a trolley is rolling at high speed. Seven people are tied down to the track and will die if you do nothing. However, if you pull the track switch lever, you can divert the train, but on the other track, a single person is tied down and will die if the trolley switches paths.What would a utilitarian say is the best thing to do in this situation?Do nothing; killing is always wrong.Pull the track switch lever because saving the most lives at the cost of one maximizes utility.Make the choice that gets you closer to flourishing as an individual.Make the choice that fulfills your function as a human.

What are utilitarians most concerned with?a.)Consequencesb.)Truthc.)Moral dutyd.)Virtue