Psychological egoism is which of the following views
A) The view that people do act in their own perceived self-interest in all situations.
B) The view that people should act in their own perceived self-interest.
C) The view that not everyone has to act in their own self-interest.
D) None of the above.

Question

Psychological egoism is which of the following views 
A) The view that people do act in their own perceived self-interest in all situations. 
B) The view that people should act in their own perceived self-interest. 
C) The view that not everyone has to act in their own self-interest. 
D) None of the above.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Psychological egoism is the theory that individuals always act in their own self-interest, even when it appears that they are acting altruistically. This means that individuals are motivated by their own desires and self-interest in all situations. Choice B is a normative statement, not a description of what people actually do, and choice C is not consistent with psychological egoism. Therefore, the correct answer is A.

Psychological Egoism Is Which of the Following Views