Review:
Utilitarian Ethics
overall review score: 4.5
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Utilitarian ethics is a moral philosophy that focuses on maximizing overall happiness and well-being for the greatest number of people.
Key Features
- Focuses on consequences
- Seeks to maximize overall happiness
- Considers the greatest good for the greatest number
- Rational decision-making based on utility
Pros
- Promotes the well-being of society as a whole
- Encourages altruism and empathy
- Provides a clear framework for ethical decision-making
Cons
- May prioritize the needs of the majority over minority groups
- Difficult to quantify and measure happiness or well-being objectively
- Can lead to moral dilemmas in certain situations