Which of the following best represents John Stuart Mill's view of pleasure?
A) All pleasure is equally valuable.
B) Pleasure is one of many things that are intrinsically valuable.
C) Some pleasures are "higher" than others and thus more valuable.
D) Both a and b

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John Stuart Mill believed that some pleasures, such as those of the mind and intellect, were "higher" than physical and sensual pleasures and thus more valuable. He believed that it was important to strive for these higher pleasures in order to lead a fulfilling life. Therefore, option C is the best representation of his view of pleasure. Option A is incorrect as Mill did not believe that all pleasures were equally valuable. Option B is partially correct, but does not capture Mill's emphasis on the hierarchy of pleasures. Option D is incorrect as it includes option A, which is not accurate.

Which of the Following Best Represents John Stuart Mill's View