Suppose a person sees his neighboring running from an axe-wielding murderer. The neighbor runs into the person’s house and asks to hide. The murderer knocks on his door and asks if the neighbor is inside. According to Kant, should the person lie or tell the truth? Walk me through the process of how the man should reason to come to the correct decision about if this is his duty or not when giving your answer. Compare Kant’s answer to the utilitarian. Do you think the murderer scenario provides a reason to accept the utilitarian point of view? Why or Why not? Justify your answer.
