What Is the Difference Between Aristotle's Notion of Eudaimonia and the Classic

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between Aristotle's notion of eudaimonia and the classic utilitarian notion of happiness?

• A) There is no difference. These are different terms for the same idea.
• B) The utilitarian notion happiness is exclusively focused on pleasure; Aristotle would insist that pleasure is one of many components of human happiness.
• C) The utilitarian notion happiness is exclusively focused on preference satisfaction; Aristotle would insist that happiness is exclusively focused on pleasure.
• D) Aristotle insisted that our intellectual virtues affect our happiness, but utilitarians reject the idea that intellectual skills can have an effect on our happiness.

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Definitions:

Dependence

A situation in which someone relies on something or someone else for support or needs them in order to survive or succeed.

Prime Work Positions

Employment roles considered highly desirable due to factors like salary, status, or the opportunity for professional growth.

Intergroup Bias

A tendency to favor one's own group over other groups, often leading to favoritism and prejudice.

Power

The capacity to influence others who are in a state of dependence.