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James Rachels
1. Explain the two arguments that, according to Rachels, are usually given for psychological egoism. How does Rachels respond to each of those arguments? Are his responses convincing? Why or why not?
2. Explain the argument that ethical egoism is false “because it cannot be universalized.” Then explain Rachels’ objection to that argument. Is his objection convincing? Why or why not?
3. Why does Rachels think that, even though we cannot refute ethical egoism, most of us have a good reason not to be ethical egoists? Do you find this line of reasoning convincing? Why or why not?