Which of the Following Best Captures the Basic Question That

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best captures the basic question that Marquis is trying to answer in this paper?

• A) Why do other philosophers think abortion is immoral?
• B) Why do certain religious groups think abortion is immoral?
• C) What features belonging to the fetus and which moral principle make it so that killing it is immoral?
• D) Why do philosophers arrive at a standoff in the debate over abortion?

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Definitions:

Middle Class

The middle class refers to a social group that falls economically between the working class and the upper class, often characterized by moderate income levels and educational attainment.

Working-Class Family

A family structure characterized by members primarily engaged in manual labor with income and education levels typically below the middle class.

Gender

The social and cultural roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men, women, and other gender identities.

Class Stratification

The hierarchical organization of society into different social classes based on factors such as wealth, income, education, and occupation, affecting access to resources and opportunities.