One key difference between BenthamÍs and MillÍs respective versions of utilitarianism is that ƒ

a) ƒ Bentham draws a distinction between higher and lower pleasures while Mill does not.

b) ƒ Mill believes that the principle of utility applies both to the actions of individuals and government policies while Bentham believes that it applies only to the actions of individuals.

c) ƒ Bentham believes that the principle of utility applies both to the actions of individuals and government policies while Mill believes that it applies only to the actions of individuals.

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2 November, 09:49

One key difference between BenthamÍs and MillÍs respective versions of utilitarianism is that ƒ

a) ƒ Bentham draws a distinction between higher and lower pleasures while Mill does not.

b) ƒ Mill believes that the principle of utility applies both to the actions of individuals and government policies while Bentham believes that it applies only to the actions of individuals.

c) ƒ Bentham believes that the principle of utility applies both to the actions of individuals and government policies while Mill believes that it applies only to the actions of individuals.

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"Mill believes that the principle of utility applies both to the actions of individuals and government policies while Bentham believes that it applies only to the actions of individuals." is the one key difference between Bentham's and Mills respective versions of utilitarianism. The correct option among all the options given is option "B".