Utilitarianism and Quality of Pleasure
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According to Mill, which is more preferable: quality or quantity of pleasure?

  • Both equally
  • Quality (correct)
  • Neither
  • Quantity

What does Mill suggest is better according to his philosophy?

  • Being Socrates dissatisfied (correct)
  • Being a pig satisfied
  • Being a wise man satisfied
  • Being a fool satisfied

What is the main goal of Utilitarianism?

  • Maximizing happiness for the greatest number of people (correct)
  • Minimizing overall joy
  • Maximizing personal pleasure
  • Eliminating individual happiness

According to Mill, is it justifiable to let go of some rights for the benefit of the majority?

<p>Yes, always (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mill suggest about legal rights that are not morally justified?

<p>They can be ignored (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context does Mill find enduring legal punishments commendable?

<p>For promoting a higher moral good (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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