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Singer is a proponent of which type of utilitarianism now?

  • Rule utilitarianism

  • Negative utilitarianism

  • Hedonistic utilitarianism

  • Act utilitarianism

Answer

Hedonistic utilitarianism, as advocated by Singer, asserts that the morally correct action is the one that brings about the greatest overall amount of pleasure or happiness, considering all affected individuals. It prioritizes maximizing positive experiences and reducing suffering, aiming to achieve the greatest balance of pleasure over pain for everyone involved in a decision.
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