A Utilitarian would most definitely pull the lever as well. A Utilitarian believes that an act is morally right if and only if its consequences are at least as good as the consequences of every alternative action. Ultimately, the best moral action is one that produces the most net pleasure. The consequences of switching the lever would be saving five people and killing one and the consequences of not switching the lever would result in saving one person and killing five. It is obvious to notice that the consequences of switching the lever produce the highest net pleasure. …show more content…
Kantians believe that the morality of an action depends on whether or not they fulfill our duty. According to this theory, the consequences of the action taken are irrelevant in determining whether an act is morally right or wrong. Kantian’s can claim that it is our duty to save lives. So saving the lives of the five people would be the morally right thing to do. It is very unfortunate to have lost one life in the process. Although there was one life lost as a consequence, this act is still righteous, because in Kantian Ethics the consequences can be