Utilitarianism Essay

Utilitarianism Essay

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Utilitarianism Essay

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In 750-1,000 words, summarize J. S. Mill’s moral theory, explain the key concept of utilitarianism, and list the strengths and weaknesses of Mill’s approach.

Within the essay, develop a thought experiment and explain how it either defends or critiques his version of utilitarianism.

  1. Describe a thought experiment dilemma and how a utilitarian perspective might address the dilemma.
  2. Explain if the thought experiment defends or critiques utilitarianism and why.
  3. Assess whether utilitarianism is an adequate moral theory based on your thought experiment.

Utilize the GCU Library to locate 3-5 academic resources in support of your position.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

 

ESSAY GUIDELINES -:

Write a 1000-1500-word essay addressing each of the following points. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each bullet point. There should be two main sections, one for each bullet below. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper.

Support your ideas with at least three (3) sources using citations in your essay. Make sure to cite using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page in correct APA do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

Length: 1000-1500 words; answers must thoroughly address the prompts in a clear, concise manner.

Evaluation Criteria for Paper

(10%) Resources used as rationale for approaches and as sources of content

_____ 5. (20%) write paper in a scholarly manner
(4%) Format includes title page, body of paper, & reference page, with pages numbered

_____ 5. (20%) Write the Paper in a scholarly manner
(4%) Format includes title page, body of paper, & reference page, with pages numbered