For each statement provided below, identify philosophical argument (Utilitarian, Kantian, Rights Theory, etc.) that matches the statement. Be sure to justify your answers.

Humans are free rational beings capable of rational behavior and should not be used purely for the enjoyment or happiness of another.

Belief that people should do actions that produce the greatest amount of happiness.

Enron's famous financial fraud involved the company hiding expenses with 'off-book' companies to make it look like they earned more profit than they really did. This meant Enron's stock price would increase. Expenses were still getting paid, so they claimed no one was 'losing' money or 'being hurt.'

Safe working conditions are considered a fundamental right of works. United States even have a government agency, OSHA, enforcing those rights.

Whether an action is 'right' or 'wrong' by evaluating it according to the ethical standards of the society within which the action occurs.

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Statement 1 Kantianism This statement focuses on humans having free will and rational autonomy which ... View the full answer