George Has Always Been a Peaceful, Law-Abiding Man, and He

question 49

Multiple Choice

George has always been a peaceful, law-abiding man, and he has raised his kids to be the same way. He donates to charitable causes and provides a comfortable life for his family. One night he takes his kids to a carnival and in the parking lot, they are confronted by an armed robber. The robber has a knife and threatens to harm one of George's kids if he does not hand over his wallet. A deontological response to the situation would require George to:

• A)remain passive, regardless of the consequences.
• B)consider the wishes of the robber as well as his own.
• C)fight hard against the robber, regardless of the injury he might inflict.
• D)only be concerned with protecting himself.

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