ethics civics MCQ #1400

According to consequentialist ethical theories, what is the most important factor in determining the morality of an action?

ethics civics MCQ #1400

  1. Question 1

    Q1. According to consequentialist ethical theories, what is the most important factor in determining the morality of an action?

    • A) Autonomy
    • B) Non-maleficence
    • C) Consequences
    • D) Capitalism

    Answer: Consequences

    Explanation: Consequentialist theories evaluate the morality of an action solely based on its outcomes — an action is right if it produces good consequences.