Multiple Choice
Suppose a utilitarian judge decides to rule against a plaintiff in a lawsuit just because people in general would be happier if the plaintiff lost the case. Such a utilitarian move would conflict with
A) rule-utilitarianism.
B) commonsense views about happiness.
C) divine command theory.
D) commonsense views about justice.
Correct Answer:
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