Parties: guy to push, 5 guys on track Agreements: implicit → If it’s possible for me to help you, without any harm to myself, I ought to do so. Gauthier’s analysis doesn’t work here Types of Theories Macro-theory: all-encompassing theory under which all ethical dilemmas apply [eg, utilitarianism Meso-theory: moderately-broad theory, but does not apply to all cases. Applies to one of the domains of society capitalism fits into commerce Micro-theory: Narrowly formulated theory meant to provide valuable insight into a particular practice. (focuses on a particular practice within a larger domain) agreements within the realm of contracts Smiths capitalism → Commerce (exchange of goods and services. Does not apply to other sectors, such as religion.
Trolley car dilemma → Interpersonal relationships.