8/10/2019 Phil Exam 2 (1)

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8/10/2019 Phil Exam 2 (1)

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8/10/2019 Phil Exam 2 (1)

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What two wretched conditions are the only real hindrances tohappiness being attainable by almost all people? What does Mill suggestare the main constituents of the satisfied life? What are two principal

causes that make life unsatisfactory? o The main constituents of the satisfied life are tranquility and

excitemento (dont know the answers to the other questions)

How does Mill respond to the objection that utilitarianism is a godlessdoctrine? How does Mill compare the golden rule of Jesus with theethics of utility? How does Mill respond to the objection that there isntenough time to calculate the consequences of our prospective actions?

o Mills reply to a godless doctrine god wants us to be happy and gaveus reason to calculate greatest happiness

o Golden Rule like Utilitarian principleso There is no time for utilitarian calculations

Can study past examples Can train now for later