One thinker linked this idea to the mere addition paradox and argued that it can result in massive overpopulation in his "repugnant conclusion.
One thinker linked this idea to the mere addition paradox and argued that it can result in massive overpopulation in his "repugnant conclusion." One thinker best known for positing this idea asked "the question is not, Can they reason? nor, Can they talk? but, Can they suffer?," in expressing support for animal rights. The traditional perception of this idea is the (*) "act" form, contrasted by later thinkers with the weaker "rule" form. This is the title concept of a book which states that it is better to be a dissatisfied human than a satisfied pig and outlines the Greatest Happiness Principle. For 10 points, name this ethical theory propounded by Bentham and Mill, which seeks to maximize happiness for the most people.
One thinker linked this idea to the mere addition paradox and argued that it can result in massive overpopulation in his "repugnant conclusion.
utilitarianism