What Explanation of Social Inequality Did Aristotle Offer

question 60

Multiple Choice

What explanation of social inequality did Aristotle offer?

• A) Inequality reflects natural differences in people's abilities.
• B) Inequality is a consequence of the exploitation of the powerless by the powerful.
• C) Inequality is a motivation for people who have less to work harder.
• D) Inequality is the result of rewarding jobs that are more important to society more than ones that are less important.

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