According to a Utilitarian, Total Social Utility Will Be Maximized

question 125

Multiple Choice

According to a utilitarian, total social utility will be maximized when marginal dollars are distributed to the people with the

• A)lowest marginal utility of income.
• B)highest marginal utility of income.
• C)highest total utility from their income.
• D)most productive labor resources.

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Definitions:

Empathy

the capacity to understand and feel what another person is experiencing from within their frame of reference.

Self-awareness

The conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires, often seen as a key aspect of emotional intelligence.

Trust

The reliance on the integrity, strength, ability, or character of a person or thing, forming the foundation for meaningful relationships and societal functions.

Negotiation

A dialogue between two or more parties aimed at reaching a consensus or resolving a conflict, often involving compromise or agreement on various terms.