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The term distributive justice refers to a theory of justice concerned with _______.
 
  A. how society's wealth, opportunity, and power are spread throughout that society
  B. how societies should deal with those who break laws
  C. understanding mathematical models of justice
  D. ensuring that each political party is given a turn to rule

Question 2

What does utilitarianism think that the good consists of?
 
  How would this be applied in some common situations requiring ethical judgment?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

- Utilitarianism: The view that we should act to promote the greatest amount of happiness (and create the last amount of suffering possible) for the greatest number of people.
- Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill developed this theory, based on hedonism. Mill maintained that higher pleasures have more intrinsic worth than lower ones, at least for those who are capable of appreciating both.
One major criticism of utilitarianism is its potential conflict with the principle of justice: that is, treating an individual unjustly so long as this leads to more overall happiness.


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