PHI 107 WEEK 1 HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT
Problem One
You are facing a moral quandary, and you want advice. You must choose either of two advisors, but not both. One is Brenda, who is a very clear and careful thinker, but whose feelings and affections seem limited (you sometimes have the impression that she really cares about no one except herself). The other possible source of advice is Brandon: warm and caring, but he quickly become muddled when trying to think carefully. Whom would you choose as your moral advisor? Please explain why.
Problem Two:
You are a hospital patient, and you have your choice of physicians, both of whom are superbly qualified medical professionals. One is stern and to-the-point Dekisha; the other is relaxed and not-pushy Christina. Whom would you choose? Does your choice have any relevance for the question of which one is "morally better"?
Problem Three:
"Acting morally is like swinging a golf club. When it seems easy and natural and comfortable, then you know you have it right." Is that true?