To the Argument That Geographic Proximity to the Needy Makes

question 25

Multiple Choice

To the argument that geographic proximity to the needy makes one better suited and more obligated to respond, Singer replies that

• A) whether this makes a difference to the duty to help depends on one's personal wealth.
• B) these reasons weaken, but do not affect the basic principle behind, the duty to help those far away.
• C) modern communications and transportation technology have changed the situation.
• D) None of the above

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