In replying to objections that have been raised to utilitarianism, Mill states that
A) it is better to be a fool satisfied than a Socrates dissatisfied, for the fool experiences the most pleasure.
B) happiness for all is a good goal, since striving for it is the way to get the most happiness for yourself.
C) it is not impractical, since we don't need to calculate the consequences of every act at the time of doing it.
D) everything should be done from the motive of happiness for all.

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Mill argues that utilitarianism is not impractical because it does not require individuals to calculate the consequences of every action at the moment of acting. He suggests that general rules can guide behavior, which are based on the principle of utility but do not necessitate constant calculation.

In Replying to Objections That Have Been Raised to Utilitarianism