It was an earlier version of this Q&A that got me into the business myself. So here are the Saturday Scruples!

1. A disgruntled worker is brandishing an automatic weapon. You're near a door. If you try to warn others you may not escape. Do you save yourself?

My first thought was to do something heroic, but upon half a second more contemplation, I realize my first obligation is to Margie and Katherine. So, out the door (and onto the cell phone to my co-workers, as well as the cops) I go!

2. You're buying a house from a sweet old lady. Her price is well below market value. Do you tell her?

I think I would make the observation that the price is below market value, inquiring if there's a reason for that (structural problem, need to sell urgently).

3. Your five-year-old is angry and kicks you in the shins. Do you administer a sound spanking?

Probably, yes. Certainly some sort of time out, and further response based on the circumstances (at home? in the supermarket? what's she torqued about?)

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