Karen Is a Strong Swimmer

question 44

Multiple Choice

Karen is a strong swimmer.One afternoon she is having a picnic at a lake and sees a man she does not know drowning.Generally,Karen

• A)has a legal duty to rescue the man.
• B)has a legal duty to rescue the man,but only if her efforts will not pose a serious threat to her own safety.
• C)has a legal duty to rescue the man since,as a strong swimmer,she is treated as a "special class" of persons who must get involved in such situations.
• D)has no legal duty to rescue the man.

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Definitions:

Altruism

The selfless concern for the well-being of others, often resulting in acts of kindness without expectation of reciprocation.

Holy Conviction

A deeply held belief or principle, often relating to spiritual or religious faith, that guides one's actions and morals.

Spiritual Distress

A state of suffering related to the impaired ability to experience and integrate meaning and purpose in life through one's beliefs, values, and relationships.

Humanist

A person who focuses on the value and agency of human beings, emphasizing reason, ethics, and justice.