In many ways, technology has made all of us more productive. However, ethical issues do arise in how and when technology is used. Take the sports arena. All kinds of technologically advanced sports equipment (swimsuits, golf clubs, ski suits, etc.) have been developed that can sometimes give competitors/players an edge over their opponents. We saw it in swim meets at the Summer Olympics and on the ski slopes and ice rinks at the Winter Olympics.
Part 1. What do you think? Is this an ethical use of technology?
Part 2. What if your school (or country) was competing for a championship and couldn’t afford to outfit athletes in such equipment and it affected your ability to compete? Would that make a difference?
Part 3. What ethical guidelines might you suggest for such situations?
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