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utilitarianism quiz

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

.Utilitarianism says an action is good when it?

A. Follows rules

B. Makes the teacher happy

C. Produces the greatest happiness for the greatest number

D. Avoids punishment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the founder of Utilitarianism?

A. Plato

B. Aristotle

C. Jeremy Bentham

D. Socrates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Utilitarianism focuses on the:

A. Motive

B. Rules

C. Consequences

D. Emotions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Ethics helps people decide

A. Scientific facts

B. What is right or wrong

C. Weather conditions

D. Government laws

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Bentham, people naturally seek:

A. Power

B. Money

C. Pleasure

D. Fame

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A school principal has a limited budget. She must decide whether to buy new sports equipment for 20 athletes or learning materials that will benefit 200 students.


Question: According to utilitarianism, what is the most ethical decision?

A. Buy sports equipment because athletes represent the school.

B. Buy learning materials because more students will benefit.

C. Divide the money equally between both groups.

D. Let the athletes decide what to do with the money.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During a community event, there is only enough food to feed 50 people, but 100 people are attending.


Question: Which action best reflects utilitarian thinking?

A. Give the food only to the event organizers.

B. Allow people to compete for the food.

C. Distribute the food equally so everyone receives a small portion.

D. Save the food for future events.

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