Philosophy of Ethics: Utilitarianism
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What is the fundamental objective of Liberal Justice, according to Nozick?

  • Freedom (correct)
  • Happiness
  • Fairness
  • Pleasure

According to Individualism, what is the primary determinant of a person's life?

  • Social forces and structures
  • Government policies
  • Individual choices (correct)
  • Economic conditions

Which of the following conceptions of justice prioritizes the well-being of the majority?

  • Utilitarian Justice (correct)
  • Individualism
  • Liberal Justice
  • Postmodern Justice

What is the key assumption underlying claims about what does not harm anyone?

<p>A view of human nature and purpose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of conceptions of justice, what is the primary concern of Utilitarianism?

<p>Maximizing overall happiness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following philosophers is associated with the idea that justice is primarily about fairness?

<p>Rawls (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of Postmodern Justice, as described in the text?

<p>Subverting the power of dominant groups (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common argument made by defenders of segregation laws?

<p>Segregation is not harmful, but rather beneficial for all parties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Individualism, according to the text?

<p>The individual's role in determining their own life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conceptions of justice is most closely associated with the idea of subverting power?

<p>Postmodern Justice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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