Utilitarianism Ethics Theory
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What is the primary focus of utilitarianism?

  • The societal norms
  • The motives behind actions
  • The outcomes of actions (correct)
  • The individual's rights

    • According to utilitarianism, how is the value of an outcome determined?

  • By the welfare of individuals (correct)
  • Based on societal norms
  • By the moral righteousness of the action
  • By the intentions of the actors

    • What is aggregationism, a characteristic of utilitarianism, focused on?

  • The sum of the values of the world's parts (correct)
  • The motives behind actions
  • The individual's rights and interests
  • The intensity and duration of pleasure

    • According to utilitarianism, what is the principle of utility also known as?

    <p>The happiness theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

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