Applying a consequentialist approach to counterterrorism means ______.

A) not worrying about the consequences
B) asking whether there will be any consequences to our anti-terrorism policies
C) asking whether our policies will render citizens more secure in the long term
D) accepting the unavoidable consequences of our policies

Applying a consequentialist approach means considering the long-term consequences of our actions and policies. Therefore, we should ask whether our anti-terrorism policies are likely to render citizens more secure in the long term. Option A is incorrect since a consequentialist approach is all about considering the consequences. Option B is partially correct, but it only represents half of the consequentialist approach. Option D is incorrect since accepting unavoidable consequences is not the primary goal of a consequentialist approach, and we should try to avoid negative consequences whenever possible.