Deontology is a moral theory that emphasizes the principle of universalizability, which states that actions should be based on moral principles that could be universally applied. It is not focused on the consequences or benefits of an action (B) or on the greatest happiness for the greatest number (A), nor does it believe that the ends justify the means (C).

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Deontology Is

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Deontology is:

A) The greatest amount of happiness or the least amount of harm for the greatest number
B) The consideration of consequences and the calculation of benefits
C) The belief that the ends justify the means
D) The principle of universalizability

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