Felicific Calculus

Felicific Calculus, developed by philosopher Jeremy Bentham, is a method to determine the ethical value of an action by measuring its overall happiness or pleasure versus pain. It considers factors like the intensity, duration, certainty, and extent of pleasure or pain caused. By assessing these aspects, one can estimate whether the action produces the greatest good for the greatest number. Essentially, it provides a systematic way to evaluate the moral worth of actions based on their consequences in affecting overall happiness.