Tom, in making marketing decisions for United Products, Inc., takes a utilitarian perspective. A characteristic statement of this philosophy is
A.	“an action is morally correct when, among the people it affects, it produces the greatest amount of good for the greatest number.”
B.	“for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.”
C.	“life in a state of nature is nasty, brutish, and short.”
D.	“the pursuit by individuals of their self-interest will result in a corresponding increase in societal welfare.”
Answer:A
Tom, in making marketing decisions for United Products, Inc., takes a utilitarian perspective. A characteristic statement of this philosophy is
A.	“an action is morally correct when, among the people it affects, it produces the greatest amount of good for the greatest number.” B.	“for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” C.	“life in a state of nature is nasty, brutish, and short.” D.	“the pursuit by individuals of their self-interest will result in a corresponding increase in societal welfare.”