Question

animal research advocates argue that animals cannot have rights because they __________. a. are owed obligations by humans b. act from emotions instead of thoughts c. have no capacity for moral choice d. are not biologically similar to humans please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

The concept of rights is often linked to the ability to make moral choices. Since animals are generally considered to lack the capacity for moral choice, animal - research advocates may argue they cannot have rights. Option A is incorrect as being owed obligations by humans is not the main reason for denying animals rights. Option B is not the fundamental reason; acting from emotions does not directly equate to not having rights. Option D is wrong because biological similarity is not the core factor in the rights - debate for animals.

Answer:

C. have no capacity for moral choice