Chinese parents who argue that aborting female fetuses prevents economic harm to the family, and should be allowed, would be using a(n) ________ argument.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This argument is utilitarian because it focuses on the consequences of an action (aborting female fetuses) to maximize overall happiness or reduce harm, in this case, the economic harm to the family. Utilitarianism evaluates the morality of an action based on its outcomes.

Chinese Parents Who Argue That Aborting Female Fetuses Prevents Economic