2 QUIZ

Pojman’s Book

pp. 9, 97

1. In groups of 5, articulate what Utilitarianism is.

2. Cite two arguments regarding the advantage and disadvantage of this theory.
3. Application: Defend your own situation, decide as a group on what to do.

Case: There are 4 of you and one regular sized pizza.

What is the right way to split it up?

a. John: has not meal in 2 days; often broke

b. Paul: paid 70% of the pizza’s cost
c. Annie: suffers from a medical condition that requires here to have a high caloric intake per meal
d. Mary: walked 4 km. to buy the pizza for the group; never had a pizza before.

Answer how you will prioritize by letter.

Ex.

A. John (?)
C. Annie (?)

B. Paul (1/4 pizza- Defend your answer)

D. Mary (1/4 pizza – Defend your answer)