According to McMahan, which of the following conclusions about torture is demonstrated by ticking bomb scenarios?
A) Torture is inherently impermissible, even in ticking bomb cases.
B) Torture as an act type is not absolutely and universally morally forbidden.
C) Torture should be sanctioned under domestic and international law.
D) Torture should not be sanctioned under domestic and international law.

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McMahan argues that ticking bomb scenarios demonstrate that torture, as an act type, is not absolutely and universally morally forbidden, suggesting that there could be extreme circumstances where torture might be morally permissible.

According to McMahan, Which of the Following Conclusions About Torture