Which of the following is true regarding the utilitarian approach to ethical decision making?
A) It examines the moral standing of actions independent of their consequences.
B) The "goodness" or "badness" of an outcome is often subjective.
C) One should choose a course of action that can be applied to all people under all situations.
D) Culture and religion do not influence one's judgment of what is good or bad.

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The utilitarian approach to ethical decision making focuses on the outcome or consequence of an action, and judges its "goodness" or "badness" based on how much it benefits or harms the greatest number of people involved. The assessment of what is considered "good" or "bad" is often subjective and can vary depending on factors such as culture, religion, and personal beliefs. Choices A, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of the utilitarian approach.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Utilitarian Approach