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Week 1 Discussion Forum

Question

Complete your Week 1 required discussion prompt.

  • In your own words, describe the primary difference between consequentialist and non-consequentialist approaches to ethics.
  • Choose one of the major theories associated with consequentialism: what objections might be made to this theory?
  • Choose one of the major theories associated with non-consequentialism: what objections might be made to this theory?
  • In addition to your main response, you must also post substantive responses to at least two of your classmates’ posts in this thread. Your response should include elements such as follow-up questions, further exploration of topics from the initial post, or requests for further clarification or explanation on some points made by the classmates.

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This question is taken from Philosophy 434 – Medical and Ethical Issues » Spring 2022 » Discussion