Which of the following ideas describes the concept of "utilitarianism"? I.Utilitarianism was introduced in the 1930s.
II.Utilitarians believed that a society should strive to make as many people as happy as possible.
III.Utilitarians claimed that taking money from rich people and giving it to poorer people would not make an economy better off.
A)I only
B)II only
C)I and III
D)II and III
E)I,II,and III

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Utilitarianism is the idea that a society should strive to make as many people as happy as possible. It was not introduced in the 1930s, and it does not necessarily involve taking money from rich people and giving it to poorer people. Therefore, the correct choice is II only.

Which of the Following Ideas Describes the Concept of "Utilitarianism