ethics civics MCQ #1538

What is the name of the ethical theory that emphasizes the importance of consequences in determining the morality of an action?

ethics civics MCQ #1538

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the name of the ethical theory that emphasizes the importance of consequences in determining the morality of an action?

    • A) Consequentialism
    • B) Non-maleficence
    • C) Justice
    • D) Capitalism

    Answer: Consequentialism

    Explanation: Consequentialism is the ethical theory that judges the morality of an action by the nature of its outcomes — good ends make the action morally right.