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Should you cooperate with the robber's demand for money? If so, how much should you give?

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In the case of complying with a robber's demands, prioritize personal safety and comply with the demands to de-escalate the situation. Ethical considerations regarding future relations with the robber do not need to create a moral bond or indebtedness.

Step-by-step explanation:

The context of cooperating with a robber's demand for money involves a complex ethical dilemma with no straightforward answer. However, personal safety should always be the paramount concern. If you find yourself in a situation where a robber demands money, the general advice for personal safety is to comply with their demands. It is impossible to determine how much money should be given, as situations vary and your immediate safety is the priority. The amount is less important than the goal of de-escalating the situation safely.

Furthermore, your interaction with the robber does not have to define future relations, much like the historical viewpoints presented in the texts. A decision made under duress, such as giving money to a robber, does not necessarily create a moral bond or a sense of indebtedness beyond resolving the immediate threat.

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