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The Right to Die

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What is Velleman's stance on institutionalizing the right to die?

It should not be institutionalized (correct)

It should be fully institutionalized

It should be left to individual interpretation

It should be institutionalized to some extent

Why does Velleman oppose the idea of a general right to die based on dignity or autonomy?

He believes in the absolute right to life and opposes all forms of euthanasia

He is concerned about the societal implications of legalizing euthanasia

He believes dependency is undignified and autonomy should not include choosing when to die (correct)

He thinks dignity and autonomy are unrelated to the right to die

What does Velleman propose regarding euthanasia and doctors' legal obligations?

Doctors should have the sole discretion to decide on euthanasia

Doctors should be legally allowed but not required to offer euthanasia (correct)

Euthanasia should be completely banned for doctors

Doctors should be legally required to offer euthanasia to all patients

According to Velleman, what can be a harm in terms of having more options?

Having more options can be harmful as it increases the pressure of making choices Signup and view all the answers

What does Velleman believe should not be explicitly enshrined?

A right to euthanasia Signup and view all the answers

According to Velleman, why does he oppose institutionalizing a right to die?

He believes that a right to dignity or autonomy does not grant a general right to die Signup and view all the answers

Why does Velleman believe that respect for autonomy does not mean allowing people to choose when to die?

He believes that respect for autonomy should not extend to life-and-death decisions Signup and view all the answers

What does Velleman propose regarding the legal obligations of doctors in relation to euthanasia?

Doctors should be legally allowed but not required to offer euthanasia to their patients Signup and view all the answers

Why does Velleman argue that having more options can be harmful?

Because being invited to a dinner party increases options but can be harmful as it forces a choice Signup and view all the answers

What is Velleman's stance on the idea of a general right to die?

He believes that a right to die should not be institutionalized Signup and view all the answers