4 moral approaches of decision making (9)

Question 1

Utilitarian Approach

Answer 1

Focuses on consequences of an action

So “what is the greatest good?”
Different people may see the outcome as good or bad. (Like when your wife asks if the dress looks good on her and you say yes or no depending on the night you want to have)

Another example is the Hiroshima bombings since the Japanese wouldn’t give up

Question 2

Moral rights approach

Answer 2

Focuses on an examination of the moral standing of actions, independent of their consequences

Some actions are simply “right” or they are “wrong”

When two actions both have moral standing, then the positive or negative consequences of each will determine which is the more ethical decision or action

Question 3

Universal approach

Answer 3

“Do unto others as you would have them do unto everyone, including yourself”

Choose a course of action you believe can apply to all people under all situations

Extra credit being given out to everyone, not just one person.

Question 4

Justice Approach

Answer 4

How equitably are the costs and benefits of actions distributed?
Costs and benefits should be equitably distributed

Rules should be impartially applied

Those damaged because of inequity or discrimination should be compensated

Distributive justice

Equitable distribution is based on performance