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Which philosophical movement considers Priestley's works as primary sources?
Utilitarianism
Existentialism
Empiricism
Rationalism
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Joseph Priestley's metaphysical works are considered primary sources for the philosophical movement of utilitarianism. His writings influenced philosophers such as Jeremy Bentham, John Stuart Mill, and Herbert Spencer, who further developed the utilitarian principles.
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