How Does the Problem of Organ Thefts from the Poor,as

question 30

Multiple Choice

How does the problem of organ thefts from the poor,as documented by Scheper-Hughes's work,mirror the plight of poor people in other,different countries (where she has not worked) ?

• A) The poor are a population to whom anything can be done.
• B) The poor are a reliable source of organs.
• C) The poor have too many children and are thus a rich resource.
• D) The poor do not draw the attention of the local authorities.

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