Asked by Farhiya Afrah on May 26, 2024

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As to the distribution of wealth and income under the second principle ______.

A) the distribution of these need not be equal
B) it must be to the advantage of all
C) positions of authority and offices of command must be accessible to everyone
D) all of these

Distribution of Wealth

Refers to the way wealth is distributed among the members of a society, impacting economic inequality and access to resources.

Second Principle

In the context of John Rawls' theory, the second principle of justice describes fair equality of opportunity and the difference principle, allowing inequalities only if they benefit the least advantaged.

Income

The financial gain or money received, typically on a regular basis, for work or through investments.

  • Understand Rawls's principles of justice and their implications for wealth and income distribution.
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Laurencia StorrJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The second principle of justice requires that the distribution of wealth and income be to the advantage of all, but it does not demand absolute equality. In addition, it states that positions of authority and offices of command must be accessible to everyone, regardless of their social and economic backgrounds. Therefore, all three options (A, B, and C) are correct, making choice D the best answer.