Utilitarianism

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Definition

Utilitarianism. The doctrine that an action is right in so far as it promotes happiness or well-being, and that the greatest well-being of the greatest number should be the guiding principle of conduct [1].

References

  1. ↑ Sen and Williams, 1982
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