Which of the following claims does Thomson think is true?
A) Abortion is never morally permissible.
B) Abortion is sometimes morally impermissible.
C) A fetus is a person from the moment of conception.
D) Directly killing an innocent person is always impermissible.

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Thomson argues that while a fetus might have a right to life, this right does not always trump a woman's right to bodily autonomy. Therefore, abortion can be morally permissible in certain circumstances, such as cases of rape or danger to the mother's life. So, option B is correct as it suggests that abortion is sometimes morally impermissible. Thomson does not make any claim about option A or option C. While option D is a point Thomson uses to support her argument, it is not the main claim she is making.

Which of the Following Claims Does Thomson Think Is True