6.Examine from the perspective of a Utilitarian ethicist the above dilemma about
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6.Examine from the perspective of a Utilitarian ethicist the above dilemma about downloading a copyrighted music from the Interne to sell and raise money to feed poor children who are dying of hunger. Would a Utilitarian say that you did something morally wrong?
a)In Utilitarian ethical system, the act was morally acceptable because your motive for stealing the music was based on a good intention of produce good consequences—a desire to save lives.
b)In Utilitarian ethical system, the act was morally wrong because you stole the music, and stealing in any form and under any condition (no matter its beneficial consequences) is morally unacceptable to Utilitarians ethicists.
c)In Utilitarian ethical system, the act was morally wrong because it violate the categorical principle that says that we have a moral duty to be honest all the time.
d)In Utilitarian ethical system, the act was morally wrong because it does not treat the owners of the property with absolute respect.
Explanation / Answer
The correct answer is Option A. A utilitarian would told that this act is not wrong and that it was morally acceptable because your motive for stealing the music was based on a good intention of produce good consequences—a desire to save lives.
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