One of the most controversial parts of Rawls' theory is his treatment of inequality. According to Rawls,all social values,including rights,income and wealth,and the basis
Of self-respect,are to be distributed equally unless ______.

A) the person can show they have earned these advantages honestly
B) an unequal distribution of these is to everyone's benefit or advantage
C) the inequality benefits only the least advantaged
D) the inequality is based on inherited wealth

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Paula Taylor · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  According to Rawls, an unequal distribution can be allowed if it benefits everyone, not just the least advantaged. This is known as the difference principle, which allows for inequalities that make everyone better off, even if some benefit more than others. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

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