For this short reflection, you will compose a two-page paper that covers the following tasks. Please feel free to use the boldheadings listed below in your paper to clearly mark your sections:
How Do Utilitarianism and Deontology DifferIn a general way, explain your understanding thus far of how utilitarianism and deontology differ in how they view making ethical decisions. Consider citing material from the modules and discussion board that has helped you thus far in your understanding. This can include videos and different readings.
Defining Important Concepts Within These Two TheoriesWhat is the concept of “goodwill” within deontology, and how does Immanuel Kant see it relating to a person’s intentions and decision-making?
What is the concept of “net happiness” within Utilitarianism, and why is it central to this ethical theory? How does this concept practically work out when making a decision?
Ethical ScenarioA doctor has five patients, all in critical condition, each needing a different organ transplant to survive. There’s one healthy person in the waiting room who could be killed, and their organs harvested to save the five.
How would utilitarianism and deontology view this situation and what would be the practical outcomes?
What to Submit
This two-page assignment needs to be submitted via Word document or PDF.
The reflections should be double-spaced using Times New Roman 12-point font.
A cover page is required. The cover page does not count as a page – the assignment needs to be two complete pages to meet the word requirement.
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