"By the principle of utility is meant that principle which approves or disapproves of every action whatsoever, according to the tendency which it appears to have to augment or diminish the happiness of the party whose interest is in question." This quote is from
A) Adam Smith.
B) Jeremy Bentham.
C) Immanuel Kant.
D) John Rawls.

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This quote is from Jeremy Bentham, who is known for founding the doctrine of utilitarianism, which evaluates actions based on their consequences for overall happiness.

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