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Utilitarianism and Kantian Deontology Questions and Answers Which of the following represents a potential problem for Kantian deontology? A person who tries and fails to murder someone is just as guilty as someone who succeeds. According to Kantian deontology, which of the following would make an act impermissible? It is done with bad intent. Which of the following people would likely be satisfied with Kantian deontology? Helen is looking for an ethical framework that respects the freedom ...

This document provides an introductory exploration of utilitarianism, a prominent ethical theory. It delves into the basic concepts and principles that underpin utilitarianism, such as the greatest happiness principle and consequentialism. Readers will gain a foundational understanding of how utilitarianism evaluates the morality of actions based on their outcomes and the overall well-being they produce. The document also discusses key figures in the development of utilitarian thought and examin...

This document provides an introductory exploration of utilitarianism, a prominent ethical theory. It delves into the basic concepts and principles that underpin utilitarianism, such as the greatest happiness principle and consequentialism. Readers will gain a foundational understanding of how utilitarianism evaluates the morality of actions based on their outcomes and the overall well-being they produce. The document also discusses key figures in the development of utilitarian thought and examin...

Utilitarianism and Kantian Deontology Questions and Answers Which of the following represents a potential problem for Kantian deontology? A person who tries and fails to murder someone is just as guilty as someone who succeeds. According to Kantian deontology, which of the following would make an act impermissible? It is done with bad intent. Which of the following people would likely be satisfied with Kantian deontology? Helen is looking for an ethical framework that respects the freedom ...