The Symmetry Principle States That

question 380

Multiple Choice

The symmetry principle states that

• A) the poorest person must be made as well off as possible.
• B) income should be transferred from the rich to the poor up to the point of complete equality.
• C) resources should be common property.
• D) people in similar situations must be treated similarly.

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