1 Flashcards

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Utility

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benefit that someone gains from something

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2
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Rational utility maximiser

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Someone who acts rationally to maximise their own welfare

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3
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Most people don’t maximise their utility

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Gut decisions and habit
Mental health
Long run V short run
Moral, political and religious viewpoint
Lack of information
Altruism

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4
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Positive statement

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statements that are factually verifiable

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5
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Normative statement

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Value judgement

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