A major part of utilitarianism theory is that something is virtuous and/or morally right/ justified, as long as it is directed towards promoting the greatest happiness of the greatest number of persons. ... If a person does something that is deemed 'morally justified' it means that the good outcome as a result of that act excuses any wrongs or 'immoral acts' committed to attain it. ... There are many cases where torture is not justified, in accordance to the utilitarianism theory, these cases include situations were torture is inflicted on a person for the sole purpose of...

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An example of this representation is in the Season 3 Finale "Full Measure" where Walter has seemingly been trapped into a corner with nothing left to do and to protect him and those that he loves he must kill an innocent, aloof character. ... For example in season 5 there is a character called Todd who is an assertive, respectful, abiding person who is the complete opposite in terms of choices, emotions and ethical viewpoint. A specific scene in season 5 where Todd kills an innocent child who poses a minor threat to their proceeding. ...

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An evil act is described by Darley as "a class of actions, in which innocent individuals are severely harmed, and this harm is done intentionally, as "evil" actions." In a business context, such harm may be inflicted on innocent individuals in the process of making profit. ... When a person becomes part of a business organisation they begin to obtain these needs. ...

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