This is a trick question with a recurrence paradox. The utilitarian can make no decision as this problem is resolvable by logic
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Thus the utilitarian will not act or will act at random: this act is immoral on two grounds as either "failure to act", "cowardice" or
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"outright negligence" Thus regardless of which tracks run down, the demon will not kill the 5 additional.
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what is the net worth of each individual? (demon included)
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The utilitarian should take the lever and bludgeon the demon with it.
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I mean, does the utilitarian know about the demon and his plans?
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Clearly the right thing is to set the switch to an intermediate position & try to derail the train.
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That's a utilitarian answer
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