A lone rescuer is the only person who can reach 15 trapped miners.

A lone rescuer is the only person who can reach 15 trapped miners. The rescue requires detonating a charge, causing serious injury to the rescuer.

• 81% chose: Activate the charge, injuring the rescuer. (29 people)
• 19% chose: Allow the 15 trapped miners to die. (7 people)

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