Larry's House Has Caught Fire, and He Is Trapped Inside

question 50

Multiple Choice

Larry's house has caught fire, and he is trapped inside. The neighbors called 911. Two firefighters and one of the neighbors (an accountant) entered the house in an attempt to save Larry. Another neighbor tore away the screening around Larry's porch so that his dog could run to safety. The neighbor who tore away the screening hesitated at first because he was of the belief that it was wrong to destroy another's property. At the same time, he also was of the belief that he should attempt to rescue the dog. These conflicting beliefs constituted a(n) _______________.

• A)"contradiction of values"
• B)supererogatory duty
• C)ethical dilemma
• D)legal contradiction

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