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A Reply to the Singer Multiple Choice
A Reply to the Singer
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According to Timmerman, the standard objection to Singer's argument is that
Its conclusion is too demanding.
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It's unsound.
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It's invalid.
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All of the above.
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According to Timmerman, an implicit assumption of Singer's "Drowning Child" case is that
Impartial consequentialism is true.
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We have no positive duties to others.
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It is an anomalous event.
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We have only negative duties to others.
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Timmerman argues that while most would likely try to save one drowning child, they would not
Give to an aid organization.
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Willfully endure suffering.
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Make repeated attempts to keep saving drowning children.
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Sacrifice $200 in new clothes.
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