Question

LeBron is writing a paper on how utilitarianism applies to animals. Which statement would be an example of the objectivity (scientific rationality) of utilitarianism? All animals have the same inherent dignity and the right not to be treated as a mere means to another’s ends. Science shows that animals experience pleasure and pain, and so those experiences should be considered when reasoning about moral actions. Humans have always treated animals as lesser beings, and so that means that we are right to continue doing so. Only the pleasure and pain of humans matter because only humans have an immaterial soul.

Answer 1

Answer: Science shows that animals experience pleasure and pain, and so those experiences should be considered when reasoning about moral actions.

Explanation:

According to Utilitarianism which believes that the ends justifies the means if the ends are for the good of the society in general, the personal experiences of individuals must be noteworthy. That when moral decisions are made, individuals who have experienced pleasure or pain should have their interests taken into account.

With this in mind and with science showing that animals can experience both pleasure and pain the theory supports they should not be discriminated against when making decisions. Actions should involve considerations for both animals and humans alike because animals like humans, experience pleasure and pain.