Answer to Question #92273 in Sociology for RENDANI

Question

What is Consequentialism (hedonism,egoism,altruism )

Answer 1

Consequentialism

Consequentialism is a theory that judges if something is considered right or wrong basing on the outcome of the decision made. That is, it is considered t be a theory about actions. Hedonism in this regard is theory indicating that pleasure pursuit is an ultimate goal to ensure thus being judged by Consequentialism theory by looking at its outcome on whether it is right or wrong. Egoism on the other hand is featured to be a theory that considers self interest as a basis of what is morally right as one has positive attitude towards his or her abilities. Altruism on the other hand, is featured as a principle in which people care for others and they want the best for them and thus considered a moral value of the respective individual.