Sophia Ethics Final Milestone (A Graded) Latest Questions and Complete Solutions (2)

Mai has moved to the United States from Myanmar. She does not know how to drive and is frightened by the freeways and traffic congestion. Her husband insists that she learn to drive because they live in a suburb with no public transportation. “No,” says Mai firmly. “I am 38 years old and I have always been able to reach my destination without driving a car.” According to conventionalism, who has the stronger ethical stance— Mai or her husband? Mai, because driving is not valued in her society like it is in the United States. Mai, because she does not want to learn to drive. Her husband, because driving is a societal norm in the United States. Her husband, because he cannot transport Mai everywhere she needs to go. CONCEPT Applying Conventionalism 2 According to egoism, what might an egoist consider when faced with the issue of world hunger? We are obligated to do a better job distributing food. Individuals are obligated to feed themselves. Governments of poor nations are obligated to feed their citizens. We all have an obligation to ensure all people have access to food. CONCEPT Applying Egoism