Utilitarianism is the best theory of justice because it provides maximum utility for the maximum number of people.

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Con: Maximizing utility for the majority can sometimes only be brought about by punishing an innocent person. Utilitarianism would permit such an unjust action.

Demo Classroom Debate: Medical Ethics

Utilitarianism is the best theory of justice because it provides maximum utility for the maximum number of people.

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Maximizing utility for the majority can sometimes only be brought about by punishing an innocent person. Utilitarianism would permit such an unjust action.

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Utilitarianism is the best theory of justice because it provides maximum utility for the maximum number of people.

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Maximizing utility for the majority can sometimes only be brought about by punishing an innocent person. Utilitarianism would permit such an unjust action.