A Man Steals from a Grocery Store in Order to Feed

Multiple Choice

A man steals from a grocery store in order to feed his starving family.Which of the following best expresses the Utilitarian Principle in evaluating this situation?

A) His action is acceptable,because the grocer suffers the least harm.
B) His action is acceptable,because the higher social value is the survival of the family.
C) His action is wrong,because the man would not want the grocer to steal from him.
D) His action is wrong,because if everyone were to do this,the concept of personal property is defeated.
E) His action is wrong,because the grocery store owner is harmed.