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Utilitarianism

usgb/ˌjuːtɪlɪˈteriənɪzəm/Volume
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Greatest GoodPlay
Focuses on the outcome that benefits most people, regardless of personal feelings or societal rules. SlideHer decision was grounded in utilitarianism, aiming for the greatest good.
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Beyond PersonalPlay
Not about individual happiness or success but the collective wellbeing. SlideHis utilitarianism drove policies that improved the community's life.
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Ethical DiscussionsPlay
Often used when discussing what's ethically correct, especially in complex situations. SlideIn ethics class, we debated the utilitarianism of reallocating school funds.