Which of the following would a consequentialist find to be true? Multiple Choice The harm done by lying is unethical, not the act itself. The justification for lying is unimportant. The act of lying is wrong in every situation. The harm done by lying has no relevance in determining whether it is ethical. The act of lying is only justified if it is well-concealed.
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