Utilitarianism Flashcards
1
Q
What is Morality and Right according to Utilitarian (3)
A
- Morality is nothing more than the attempt to bring about as much happiness as possible in the world.
- The morally right thing to do, on any occasion, is whatever would bring the greatest balance of happiness over unhappiness.
- The right action is that which brings about the greatest happiness of the greatest number.
2
Q
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
3
Q
is happiness according to classical utilitarians.
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Pleasure
4
Q
In utilitarianism this is the one ultimate good.
A
Pleasure
5
Q
In utilitarianism this
the one ultimate evil.
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Pain