A hospital administrator makes a decision to shut down a wing due to budget cuts even though some people will lose their jobs. The decision is based on results that will produce the greatest balance of good over evil, everyone considered. What type of framework is the administrator employing to make this value decision?

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The administrator is basing their decision on the results that will produce the greatest balance of good over evil, which is a key principle of act-utilitarianism. This framework considers the consequences of each individual action or decision, rather than applying a general rule or duty.

A Hospital Administrator Makes a Decision to Shut Down a Wing