The Trolley Problem

By Ben Morris

Public Created Jan 14, 2026

The Dilemma

You notice five individuals tied to some train (trolley) tracks. A train is coming right at them and you do not have the ability to untie them in time. However, you could pull a lever diverting the train to another set of tracks, but in so doing you would kill an innocent bystander who is tied to those tracks. What should you do?

Sources & Inspirations

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