The Sum of Averages: An Egyptology-Proof Average View

Abstract Contemporary population ethics is dominated by views that aggregate summing, whether of well-being or some construct based on well-being. In contrast, average generally considered axiologically irrelevant. To many us, however, the number future people does not seem important, as long it sufficient to enable rich and varied life experiences, continues throughout time. It therefore seems relatively plausible averaging. particular, value high at any particular time, do so for all times. I present a time-sensitive version Average View underpins such axiological intuitions. also address series issues objections confront view.