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Which theory states that an act is morally right if its consequences produce the most utility compared to all other available acts?
Which theory states that an act is morally right if its consequences produce the most utility compared to all other available acts?
- Egotism
- Teleological Theory
- Utilitarianism (correct)
- Consequentialism
Which theory states that an act is right if it's consistent with the widely adopted set of rules?
Which theory states that an act is right if it's consistent with the widely adopted set of rules?
- Consequentialism
- Teleological Theory
- Rule utilitarianism (correct)
- Egotism
Which theory states that rightness and wrongness are not entirely based on consequences?
Which theory states that rightness and wrongness are not entirely based on consequences?
- Consequentialism
- Deontological Theory (correct)
- Teleological Theory
- Egotism
What is the term used to describe value that is inherently good or worthwhile in itself?
What is the term used to describe value that is inherently good or worthwhile in itself?
What is the term used to describe humans as the most central and significant beings in the universe?
What is the term used to describe humans as the most central and significant beings in the universe?
According to Peter Singer, what is the basic principle of equality in relation to humans and nonhuman animals?
According to Peter Singer, what is the basic principle of equality in relation to humans and nonhuman animals?
According to Tom Regan, what is the right view in regards to moral agents and sentient beings?
According to Tom Regan, what is the right view in regards to moral agents and sentient beings?
According to Michael Pollan, what is his conclusion regarding becoming vegan?
According to Michael Pollan, what is his conclusion regarding becoming vegan?
According to Peter Singer, what must nonhuman animals possess in order to be considered for equal interest?
According to Peter Singer, what must nonhuman animals possess in order to be considered for equal interest?
According to Tom Regan, what is the right view in regards to the treatment of nonhuman animals?
According to Tom Regan, what is the right view in regards to the treatment of nonhuman animals?
