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Out of the 5 theories below, use the 2 selected theories (Social Contract theory, Virtue Ethics) for the question below:

• Kantianism
• Act Utilitarianism
• Rule Utilitarianism
• Social Contract Theory
• Virtue Ethics

Kalamazoo College requires that all computers connected to the campus network be running up-to-date antivirus software. When a student’s computer is discovered to have a virus, its network connection is cut until a staff member can remove the virus. If it turns out that the computer was not running up-to-date antivirus software, the student is fined $100. Is this a morally justifiable policy?

Social Contract theory:
Virtue Ethics:

Please remember that each post must be at least 250 words. Make sure your response is focused on how the ethical theory supports your argument.

Answer rating: 100% (QA)

Social Contract Theory From a social contract theory perspective the colleges policy of mandating uptodate antivirus software and imposing fines for noncompliance can be considered morally justifiable ... View the full answer