Consider This Comment from the Philosopher C

question 23

Multiple Choice

Consider this comment from the philosopher C. D. Broad regarding Kant's means-ends principle: "If we isolate a man who is a carrier of typhoid, we are treating him merely as a cause of infection to others. But, if we refuse to isolate him, we are treating other people merely as means to his comfort and culture." This example suggests that

• A) our duties not to use people merely as a means can conflict, and Kant provides no counsel on how to resolve such dilemmas.
• B) our duties not to use people merely as a means can sometimes be difficult to discern, but they never actually conflict.
• C) our duties not to use people merely as a means are imperfect duties.
• D) our duties are always clear upon further reflection.

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