If Thomson's conclusion is correct, then

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Thomson's conclusion is that even if one determines at what stage (if any) the fetus is a person, it does not settle the abortion issue entirely. She argues that even if the fetus is a person, the woman still has a right to control her body and may not be obligated to carry the pregnancy to term. Therefore, option D is incorrect. Thomson also does not argue that abortion is always morally permissible (option B) but instead argues for the permissibility of abortion in certain cases. Option C is also incorrect as she does not make a blanket statement about the morality of abortion, rather she highlights the complexity of the issue.

If Thomson's Conclusion Is Correct, Then