The Following Questions for Readings: "Surrogate Mothering: Exploitation or Empowerment

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The Following Questions For Readings: "Surrogate Mothering: Exploitation or Empowerment?," Laura M. Purdy
-According to Purdy, surrogacy is not baby-selling; a better characterization is that the birth mother is giving up her parental right to

• A) provide for the child.
• B) nurse the child.
• C) use IVF.
• D) have a relationship with the child.

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