Why does Norcross discuss Steinbock's argument about speciesism in his paper?
A) Norcross uses Steinbock's claim about nonhuman animals as a premise to support the claim that nonhuman animals feel pain.
B) Norcross uses Steinbock as an example of philosophers who attempt to prioritize human interests over nonhuman animals' interests by appeal to their lack of rationality.
C) Norcross interprets Steinbock as justifying Fred's torture of puppies by appealing to their inability to feel pain.
D) Norcross argues that Steinbock is merely rephrasing the Texan's Challenge.

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Norcross discusses Steinbock's argument to illustrate how some philosophers, including Steinbock, try to justify giving priority to human interests over those of nonhuman animals by pointing to the latter's supposed lack of rationality.

Why Does Norcross Discuss Steinbock's Argument About Speciesism in His