Chapter 6.3, Problem 6.67E

(a)

To determine

To explain your position on each of the following uses of animal subjects.

Explanation of Solution

This is mostly ethical since the goats are being anesthetized before being shot, implying that they feel no pain. Additionally, this si the only way for military doctors to learn how to treat wounds. The benefits far outweigh the costs.

(b)

To determine

To explain your position on each of the following uses of animal subjects.

Explanation of Solution

This seems just as unethical, if not more, than using animals in medical research because there is no reason to kill the dogs and cats.

(c)

To determine

To explain your position on each of the following uses of animal subjects.

Explanation of Solution

Since the rats were bred for this purpose, this is okay. However, my opinion would probably change for dogs and monkeys because they are not conventional lab animals.