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Mary, a kickboxer, was assaulted by a homeless man who spat food at her and lunged at her. She defended herself by punching and kicking him forcefully, causing him to fall to the ground injured. However, when she leaned over to check if he was okay, he attacked her with a concealed knife. A utilitarian perspective is that Mary was justified in her actions to defend herself, as increasing overall happiness and safety in society by allowing self-defense. Utilitarians would also argue that Mary followed the ru

Author

Jimuel Antonio

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