Bentham - Utilitarianism
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What is utilitarianism based on?
The guiding principle of utility
What does the principle of utility refer to?
Usefulness
What does the principle of utility state?
That people should act to bring a balance of good over evil/pleasure over pain
How can actions be assessed in utilitarianism?
Actions can be measured by the principle of utility and looking at the end results.
What is the first way reason is applied?
The most useful end is one that brings the maximum amount of happiness/pleasure for all
What does Bentham focus on?
The quantity of happiness/pleasure
What is the second way reason is applied?
Actions that produce the most happiness for all are seen as the best or most moral actions
What is the third way reason is applied?
This way of assessing which course of action is best is known as the greatest happiness principle
