(1) Hausman argues that health differences among individuals are difficult to measure (pp.60-3). How
might a theory of health like Boorse’s help overcome this challenge? (300 words)
(2) Machland et al. consider two maximin theories of how health relates to inequality. One (Theory 4 on
your handout) claims that we should maximize the health of those who are the sickest, or worst off.
Discuss how this view has to be amended in order to bypass Arrow’s bottomless pit objection.
(3) What is the significance of the syllogism “Cauis is a man; all men are mortal; therefore Cauis is mortal”
in the Death of Ivan Illych? Engage with Kamm.
