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Population Ethics
The Repugnant Conclusion
The Scenario
Consider two possible futures: Future A has 10 billion people all living extremely happy, fulfilling lives. Future B has 100 trillion people, each living lives barely worth living - not suffering, but just mildly pleasant. If we add up total happiness, Future B contains more. Which future should we prefer? And should we be obligated to have more children to increase total happiness?
What Do You Choose?
Your Choice:
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