The Primary Difference Between Libertarian and Egalitarian Theories of Justice

question 22

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between libertarian and egalitarian theories of justice is that

• A) libertarian theories hold that there are only negative rights, while egalitarian theories hold that positive rights exist.
• B) libertarian theories hold that there are no negative rights, while egalitarian theories hold that there are only negative rights.
• C) libertarian theories hold that health care is a universal, positive right, while egalitarian theories hold that health care is no right at all.
• D) libertarian theories hold that it is impermissible to deny anyone health care, while egalitarian theories hold that it is permissible to deny people health care.

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