Numbers and MoralsWe learn that any argument is stronger with numbers than without numbers. If the numbers and percentages are inadequate, we automatically react against the causes, and if it is not, we wait until it is. We often make a correct choice when our decision is influenced by numbers that come from market and economic research. Are we free to choose what is right? Does the market for doses bring us freedom since Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher believed “that markets, not government, held the key to prosperity and freedom?” (Sandel 6) Should we consider moral values ​​in our market solutions or not? The power of numbers is undeniable. Currently, numbers explain everything and are the most practical tools humans have used so far. We can see that every advanced civilization has been powered by an advanced number system by tracking the history of numbers. Furthermore, it penetrates every decision made by man; on every aspect of life such as science, economics, business, health, etc. However, sometimes we forget that numbers only explain the situation. They don't show the decisions we have to make. Making a decision is not just based on marketing gains and losses. Sometimes it works, but there are times when making decisions based on numbers isn't the best choice. According to Sandel “we must decide how to value the goods in question: health, education, family, life, nature, art, civic duties and so on. These are moral and political issues, not just economic ones. To resolve them we must discuss, case by case, the moral meaning of these goods and the correct way to value them.” (Sandel 10) For example, when it comes to making a decision about health issues, most people don't do it like... half of paper... which is a powerful and effective tool. But it is an illusion to think that you can solve every problem based on market values. We all feel good when we see in movies the motivations of heroes' actions based on right and wrong and moral judgments at any cost, even their life. We feel relieved and safe because we imagine that in crisis situations our life does not depend on economic gains and losses. We believe we belong to a moral society where everyone cares for others based on moral values. However, we expected the same from our government. Works CitedSandel, Michael. What money can't buy. Penguin, 2012. Print. Balance of public finances of smoking in the Czech Republic. Americans for Nonsmokers' Rights website. Network. 28, November 2000. Economic facts about tobacco production and use in the United States. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Network. February 6, 2014