Question

According to Utilitarianism, what should be the basis of all human actions?

• A. Duty and moral obligation
• B. Happiness and pleasure
• C. Reason and logic
• D. The will of God

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Happiness and pleasure

• Utilitarianism teaches that the goal of all actions should be to increase happiness.

• Happiness is defined as pleasure and the absence of pain.

• The most ethical action is the one that produces the greatest good for the greatest number.