Utilitarianism Flashcards

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What is Morality and Right according to Utilitarian (3)

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  1. Morality is nothing more than the attempt to bring about as much happiness as possible in the world.
  2. The morally right thing to do, on any occasion, is whatever would bring the greatest balance of happiness over unhappiness.
  3. The right action is that which brings about the greatest happiness of the greatest number.
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are those that product the greatest balance of happiness over unhappiness, with each person’s happiness counted as equally important.

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Right Actions

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is happiness according to classical utilitarians.

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Pleasure

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In utilitarianism this is the one ultimate good.

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Pleasure

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In utilitarianism this
the one ultimate evil.

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Pain

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