Question

Match the following theories to their best descriptive statements: A. Cost benefit analysis for finding the best possible results and providing the greatest good to society as a whole. B. Various communities, as well as nations, make rules for the common good; example: U.S. Constitution. C. Emphasizes core values and intrinsic honorable qualities. D. Having a moral intent and following the right rules form a better path to ethical conduct than achieving the right results. 1. Utilitarianism 2. Deontology 3. Social Contract 4. Virtue Ethics

Answer 1

Answer:

A-1 B-3 C-4 D-2

Explanation:

The description given in option A fits utilitarianism which is an ethical term describing a decision where the best outcome for the largest possible number of people is considered the solution.

The description given in option B fits social contract which desribes accepting the authority of the state and deciding on basic principles so that the society can exist.

The description given in option C fits virtue ethics which is a field of ethics that discusses virtues such as honesty.

The description given in option D fits deontology which is an ethical theory that suggests that each action should be examined if it is good or bad by following certain rules.

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