The South American Showdown thought experiment explores the
A) ruthlessness of South American justice.
B) conflict between primitive and modern cultures.
C) the barrenness of all moral theories.
D) tension between utilitarianism and deontological moral theories.

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The South American Showdown thought experiment is designed to illustrate the tension between utilitarianism and deontological moral theories by presenting a scenario where the decision-maker must choose between adhering to moral rules (deontology) or maximizing overall happiness (utilitarianism).

The South American Showdown Thought Experiment Explores the