If desiring something gives us a reason to obtain it, then according to the desire satisfaction theory
A) we all ought to desire happiness above all else.
B) we all ought to desire that others act on good reasons.
C) we always have reason to do what benefits us.
D) we always have very good reasons to behave as we do.

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The desire satisfaction theory posits that fulfilling our desires is intrinsically valuable and gives us reason to act. Thus, if something benefits us (i.e., satisfies a desire), we have a reason to do it. This theory doesn't necessarily prioritize happiness or the actions of others, nor does it claim that all our reasons are very good.

If Desiring Something Gives Us a Reason to Obtain It