A(n) ____ focuses on the consequences of an act to determine if the act is good or bad.
A) consequentialist
B) utilitarian
C) PGP
D) dialectic

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A consequentialist approach evaluates the morality of an action based on its outcomes and consequences. Utilitarianism is a specific type of consequentialism that seeks to maximize overall happiness or well-being for the greatest number of people. PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is a type of encryption software and has no relevance in ethics. Dialectic refers to a method of reasoning and discussion that involves a back-and-forth exchange of arguments and ideas.

A(n) ____ Focuses on the Consequences of an Act to Determine