Question

Which among the following are the parts of Bentham's Hedonistic Calculus?
A. Duration
B. Fecundity
C. Purity
D. Mortality
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, B, D only
• B. A, B, C only
• C. A, B, C and D
• D. B, C and D only

Hint:

Bentham’s Hedonistic Calculus uses factors like Duration, Fecundity, Purity, and Mortality to measure the total pleasure or pain resulting from an action.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding Bentham's Hedonistic Calculus.
Bentham's Hedonistic Calculus is a method for calculating the amount of pleasure or pain produced by an action, considering multiple factors: - A. Duration: The length of time that pleasure or pain lasts. - B. Fecundity: The ability of an action to lead to further pleasures or pains. - C. Purity: The extent to which an action leads only to pleasure without accompanying pain. - D. Mortality: The chance that the pleasure or pain will result in death.
Step 2: Conclusion. All of the factors listed—Duration, Fecundity, Purity, and Mortality—are parts of Bentham's Hedonistic Calculus.
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