Which of the following BEST describes Dr. Heidegger’s impact on the plot of “Dr. Heidegger’s Experiment” by Nathaniel Hawthorne?

Group of answer choices

Dr. Heidegger is known for his experiments, and his actions help to move the plot forward.

Dr. Heidegger is a minor character, and his actions have very little impact on the plot.

Dr. Heidegger is the most important character in the story, and his actions prevent the plot from moving forward.

Dr. Heidegger is known for his reputation of being lazy, and his actions result in the plot moving at a very slow pace

Dr. Heidegger is known for his experiments, and his actions help to move the plot forward.