Socrates refuses Crito's offer of escape from prison because
A) he is already seventy years old and would die soon anyway.
B) it would be dangerous for his family if he tried to escape.
C) he doesn't want to be a burden on those who would have to take him in after the escape.
D) in escaping he would do injury to the laws of Athens.

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Socrates argues that escaping from prison would constitute a breach of the social contract he has with the state of Athens, effectively doing harm to the laws and principles that govern the city. He believes in the importance of adhering to the laws, even if they result in an unjust outcome for him personally.

Socrates Refuses Crito's Offer of Escape from Prison Because