What is the relationship of the “capabilities approach” to the utilitarian ideal of promoting human well-being?

a) The two are not related, because the capabilities approach is a concept in economics, without any clear moral implications
b) The two are not related, because the capabilities approach is not related to the concepts of quality of life or human well-being
c) The capabilities approach is a way of interpreting or “spelling out” what is involved in human well being
d) The two are incompatible, because the capabilities approach is not a good way of interpreting or “spelling out” what is involved in human well-being, since it does not include such basic ideas as being able to enjoy good health, nourishment, and shelter, which are central to utilitarianism


D

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