Aquinas' 'principle of double effect' states which of the following? I. Under some conditions - an act that causes harm may be permissible if a good end is brought about. II. One act may have two effects - one intended and one unintended. III. Under some conditions - an act that causes harm may be permissible if a good end is intended.

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Aquinas' 'principle of double effect' states which of the following? I. Under some conditions - an act that causes harm may be permissible if a good end is brought about. II. One act may have two effects - one intended and one unintended. III. Under some conditions - an act that causes harm may be permissible if a good end is intended.