Simon decision was cowardly because he left his friend for dead. Leaving him cold and alone, to fend for himself. Simon intentionally cut the rope knowing Joe was still attached. Having Joe fend for himself in the bitter cold. Before he cut the rope Simon yelled out for Joe and heard nothing, so he proceeded to cut the rope. He did this knowing it could’ve killed him if he was alive. Simon could have stayed with his friend longer, but since he couldn’t take the agonizing pain any longer, he cut the rope. Not even thinking about his dear friend which was already in terrible condition. In the interview, Simon didn’t even seem mournful about what he had done to Joe. He seemed just fine considering it could have ended his friends life. Even though