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Ethical theory comparator
Choose the theories and compare, side by side, what each one says about animals, exploitation and wild animals.
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The conclusion of Volume XI: the theories disagree about a lot, but there is a minimal degree of convergence. Whichever theory is most plausible, there are strong reasons to consider all sentient beings. Those that pursue a goal imply equal consideration; the others are, at the very least, compatible with it.
1. Choose up to four theories
2. Compare
Summary of Vol. XI, ch. 6: To What Extent Do Ethical Theories Agree About What We Owe Animals? Each column links to the corresponding section of the original text.