In the case of the violinist, Thomson thinks
A) you are obligated to unplug yourself.
B) you are obligated not to unplug yourself.
C) it would be nice of you to remain attached, but you are not obligated to do so.
D) it would be nice of you to unplug yourself, but you are not obligated to do so.

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Thomson argues that we have a right to our own bodily autonomy, even if it means refusing to save another person's life. She believes that while it would be charitable to remain attached to the violinist, there is no obligation to do so. Therefore, the best choice is C - it would be nice to remain attached, but not mandatory.

In the Case of the Violinist, Thomson Thinks