In Classic Utilitarianism, an Action Resulting in One Thousand Units

question 14

Multiple Choice

In classic utilitarianism, an action resulting in one thousand units of happiness for ten people is better than an action yielding __________.

• A) only 900 units for those same ten people
• B) happiness that is distributed unevenly
• C) happiness that is evenly distributed
• D) 1,000 units of happiness for five people

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Definitions:

Food Shortages

A situation where the food supply is insufficient to meet the demands of a population.

Positive Incentive Model

A theory suggesting that behaviors are motivated by the positive incentives or rewards that they are expected to bring, rather than by a desire to avoid negative outcomes.

Weight Control

The practice of maintaining a healthy body weight through a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Biologically Determined

Traits or characteristics that are influenced by genetic or physiological factors.