Maximizing Morality: The Utilitarian Ethic

Table of Contents Introduction What is Utilitarianism? Some Varieties (or Types) of Utilitarianism Is Utilitarianism Persuasive and Reasonable? Conclusion Bibliography Further Reading How to Cite This Page Attribution Top Introduction Let us start our introduction to utilitarianism with an example that shows how utilitarians answer the following question, “Can the ends justify the means?” Imagine … Continue reading Maximizing Morality: The Utilitarian Ethic