According to Aquinas, the first precept of natural law theory is
A) do what is in your own best interests.
B) good is to be done and promoted, and evil is to be avoided.
C) avoid harm to others and yourself.
D) good and evil are to be defined by religion.

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Aquinas's natural law theory posits that the most fundamental principle is that good should be done and pursued, and evil should be avoided. This precept underlies all other moral principles and actions according to his philosophy.

According to Aquinas, the First Precept of Natural Law Theory