Some people enjoy their own physical pain in certain circumstances. Hedonists would say
A) that their physical pain is good for them in those circumstances.
B) that their physical pain is always bad for them.
C) that their physical pain in those circumstances is both good and bad.
D) that the situation just described is impossible.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hedonists believe in maximizing pleasure and minimizing pain. In certain circumstances, some people may enjoy physical pain as it can bring them pleasure or satisfaction (for example, during certain BDSM activities). Therefore, for those individuals, their physical pain in those circumstances could be considered good for them from a hedonistic perspective.

Some People Enjoy Their Own Physical Pain in Certain Circumstances