What does McMahan conclude about the argument that soldiers are justified in fighting in unjust wars because the military is an important social institution that deserves everyone's support?
A) It justifies soldiers' fighting in an unjust war, but it does not justify commanders' participation or national politicians' decision to go to war.
B) Although the argument may justify some soldiers' participation, it cannot just participation in every case.
C) It never justifies anyone's participation in an unjust war because the institution deserves support only when engaged in just wars.
D) It justifies the participation of soldiers, commanders, and politicians in conducting war on behalf of their country.
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