Studies Have Shown That the Number of Fire Engines at a Fire

question 47

Multiple Choice

Studies have shown that the number of fire engines at a fire and the amount of damage done by the fire are highly and positively correlated.Which of the following conclusions seems most appropriate?

• A)send as few fire engines to a fire as possible.
• B)the presence of more fire engines tends to cause more confusion, leading to greater fire damage.
• C)the number of fire engines and the amount of fire damage are both related to a third factor-the size of the fire-and so are correlated to one another.
• D)fires and fire engines have something in common - they are both red.
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Ethical

Relating to morals, focusing on right and wrong conduct.

Categorical Imperative

A central concept in the ethical philosophy of Immanuel Kant, stating that one should act only according to that maxim whereby you can, at the same time, will that it should become a universal law.

Motives of Vanity

The driving factors behind actions that are primarily focused on excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements.

Sake of Duty

Acting based on a sense of moral obligation rather than personal desire, interest, or consequence.