What Is the "State of Nature" in Contractarian Theories of Ethics

question 69

Multiple Choice

What is the "state of nature" in contractarian theories of ethics?

• A) A society in which everyone follows their natural instincts.
• B) The state of society in which hunter-gatherers live.
• C) An imaginary situation in which people live together without a social contract.
• D) A perfectly organized society in which everyone's natural needs are fulfilled.

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Definitions:

Independent Demand

Refers to the need for goods or services that is determined by external market forces, not linked to the production schedules of related items.

Derived Demand

A demand for a product or service that arises from the demand for another product or service. For example, demand for steel is derived from the demand for automobiles.

Decoupling Inventories

Inventories held to separate or buffer different stages of the production process, reducing dependency and potential disruptions.

Anticipated Change

A forecasted or expected modification in conditions, trends, or operations that may impact future performance.