Which of the following does Rachels think is a good objection to utilitarianism?
A) It doesn't consider the variety of things that people derive pleasure from.
B) In some circumstances, it would justify killing innocent people who do not want to be killed.
C) It doesn't account for the fact that human capacities are different from those of animals.
D) None of the above

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Rachels argues that one of the strongest objections to utilitarianism is that it could justify actions such as killing innocent people who do not want to be killed in certain circumstances. This goes against many people's moral intuitions and highlights a flaw in the utilitarian focus on maximizing overall happiness or pleasure.

Which of the Following Does Rachels Think Is a Good