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jerome gets injured helping a distressed swimmer. jerome dies, but the swimmer lives.
how would a utilitarian classify jerome’s action?
neutral
supererogatory
obligatory
impermissible

Explanation:

Utilitarianism evaluates actions by their net overall happiness/well-being. Jerome's action resulted in one life saved (the swimmer) at the cost of his own life; this produces a net positive outcome. Supererogatory actions are praiseworthy and go beyond basic duty, which fits this scenario as Jerome's self-sacrifice is not a required obligation but a morally praiseworthy act that maximizes overall good.

Answer:

Supererogatory