Is there any consciousness in that thing? Are the lights on in there? If yes, then the robot should be treated according to how conscious it is. If no, it's a

Is there any consciousness in that thing? Are the lights on in there? If yes, then the robot should be treated according to how conscious it is. If no, it's a toaster, throw it on the garbage heap when not needed anymore. "How much consciousness is in there" is the right question to ask in many situations involving difficult decisions, such as robot rights, animal rights, abortion, capital punishment, etc. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most difficult questions you could possibly ask.