A science student is watching a televised debate on the genetic cloning of animals. In order for the student to make a reasoned decision, the student must first:

A. consider stoplights important: While it is reasonable to assume that police officers might consider stoplights important as part of maintaining the law, the original statement does not directly imply this. It focuses on the legality of running a stoplight rather than the officers' personal views.
B. believe it is illegal to run a stoplight: The statement implies that police officers enforce the law, but it doesn’t necessarily indicate what they believe. The focus is more on their role in maintaining the law rather than their personal belief about the law.
C. may issue a ticket if you run a stoplight: This is the best interpretation. Since the statement mentions that police officers maintain the law and that running a stoplight is illegal, it logically follows that police officers may take action, such as issuing a ticket, if someone violates this law.
D. never run stoplights: This is not a valid conclusion. The statement does not make any claims about the actions of police officers in relation to stoplights, only their role in enforcing the law. They may run stoplights, but they would be subject to the same legal consequences as anyone else.

A. the woman wants to die without extraordinary medical intervention: This supports her choice. If the woman prefers not to undergo aggressive treatments, her decision to opt for pain management aligns with her wishes for a less intrusive end-of-life experience.

B. the woman's cancer therapy may not lengthen life: This also supports her choice. If the cancer therapy might not significantly extend her life, the woman might reasonably decide that the potential benefits of the treatment aren't worth the possible side effects or discomfort.

C. the woman's desire is to live a better quality of life for her remaining days: This is a strong reason supporting her choice. Choosing pain medication to maintain quality of life rather than undergoing potentially uncomfortable or exhausting treatments makes sense if the focus is on comfort and well-being.

D. the woman's family wants her to receive the cancer treatment: This does not support the woman's choice. If the woman’s family is pushing for the cancer treatment, it contrasts with her personal decision to prioritize comfort and quality of life, rather than extended medical intervention.