According to Bentham, what is the main reason why people can't accept the principle of utility?
A. They're mentally unfit
B. They see it as too violent.
C. They've applied it incorrectly.
D. They're too sensitive.
Answer (1)
Bentham suggests that the main reason people struggle to accept the principle of utility is that they are too sensitive to its implications. This sensitivity often leads individuals to prioritize personal emotions and traditional beliefs over rational assessments of happiness and suffering. As a result, they may find it challenging to embrace utilitarianism as a sound moral framework. ;
