Assume That Rachels Is Correct in Claiming That Death Is

question 30

Multiple Choice

Assume that Rachels is correct in claiming that death is not always a greater evil for a patient than his or her continued existence. Which of the following could you infer from this claim?

• A) Passive euthanasia may sometimes be preferable to active euthanasia.
• B) In some cases, passive euthanasia should not be considered an instance of genuine "mercy killing."
• C) Active euthanasia may sometimes be preferable to passive euthanasia.
• D) In some cases, active euthanasia should not be considered an instance of genuine "mercy killing."

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