Which of the Following Would Be Acceptable Behaviour for a Self-Driving

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be acceptable behaviour for a self-driving car in the event of an unavoidable crash under the principle of utilitarian benefits?

• A)injure the lone occupant of the vehicle to prevent colliding with a school bus  
• B)injure a pedestrian to prevent injuring the lone occupant of the vehicle  
• C)injure a person in a wheelchair to prevent injuring the lone occupant of the vehicle  
• D)injure two occupants of the vehicle to prevent injuring a parent pushing a baby stroller

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