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This is a famous thought experiment concerning an ethical dilemma. It comes in multiple forms, and there are many different variations that can affect one's decision.
If you want to read more: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trolley_problem

Here's an example from the Wikipedia page:
"There is a runaway trolley barreling down the railway tracks. Ahead, on the tracks, there are five people tied up and unable to move. The trolley is headed straight for them. You are standing some distance off in the train yard, next to a lever. If you pull this lever, the trolley will switch to a different set of tracks. However, you notice that there is one person tied up on the side track. You have two options:

"1. Do nothing, and the trolley kills the five people on the main track.
"2. Pull the lever, diverting the trolley onto the side track where it will kill one person. Which is the most ethical choice?"

There are other examples involving a judge, a train, your own child... etc. but let's focus on this one.

What would you do? (Explain if you can)

I'll share my personal opinion at a later time.

Unrelated, but easy question (for some): Where did the images in the pole come from? :D