Discussion Post: Philosophy
"Active and Passive Euthanasia" by James Rachels (starting on page 361, questions on page 367).
Responses to each question should be 1-2 paragraphs in length.
Task
• According to Rachels, in passive euthanasia does the physician do anything?
• According to Rachels, under what circumstances is active euthanasia morally preferable to passive euthanasia?
• Is someone who allows another person to drown morally guilty of killing the person?
• Should the punishment be the same whether you drown someone or allow someone to drown?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.