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“Moral conduct,or duty,is defined as the obligation to select that action which will achieve more good than any alternative action…” quote by Anonymous
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““Moral conduct,or duty,is defined as the obligation to select that action which will achieve more good than any alternative action…””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Moral conduct is choosing the action that yields the greatest overall good compared to alternatives.

In simple terms: Choose the most beneficial action.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize the greatest good.

Themes

ethics decision making consequentialism

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • policy design
  • personal dilemmas
  • business strategy

Key Concepts

utilitarianism moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What criteria do you use to assess overall good?
  • How do you handle conflicting outcomes?
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