Which of the following best captures the difference between acting selfishly and acting in one's own self-interest, as Rachels characterizes it?
A) acting in one's short-term interest versus one's long-term interest
B) benefiting only oneself versus benefitting both oneself and others
C) ignoring others' interests versus promoting one's own interests
D) acting unethically versus acting ethically

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Acting in one's own self-interest, as Rachels characterizes it, involves promoting one's own interests, while acting selfishly involves ignoring others' interests.

Which of the Following Best Captures the Difference Between Acting