Utilitarianism
A) requires absolute sets of principles that must be acknowledged and followed at all times
B) requires absolute sets of principles that must be acknowledged and followed under all circumstances
C) both a and b
D) suggests that ethics are situational

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Utilitarianism suggests that ethical decisions should be made based on the situation at hand and what will result in the greatest amount of overall happiness or pleasure. It does not rely on absolute sets of principles that must be followed at all times or under all circumstances.