Philosopher Dr. Kevin Chen argues that moral enhancement through biotechnology is ethically mandatory if we develop the capability, because our moral intuitions are inadequate for global-scale problems.
Which analysis would best support Chen's enhancement argument?
Human moral psychology evolved for small-group cooperation and is systematically biased against distant strangers, future generations, and statistical harms—precisely the domains where our greatest challenges (climate, pandemics, AI) require better moral responses
Technology can change behavior
Ethics is important
Enhancement raises concerns
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. Mismatch between evolved psychology and modern challenges justifies intervention.
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