Which of the Following Principles, According to Shue, Best Explains

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following principles, according to Shue, best explains the wrongness of violence against noncombatants in war?

• A) Casualties in war should never exceed absolute necessity.
• B) Killing is always prohibited except in cases of self-defense.
• C) The defenseless should never be attacked or assaulted.
• D) People have the inalienable right not to be attacked or assaulted.

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Definitions:

Distribution

The process of allocating assets, such as cash dividends or stock shares, to shareholders as part of the earnings generated by a company.

Final Settlement

The completion of a financial transaction where the seller delivers the agreed goods or assets and the buyer pays for them as per the terms of the contract.

Profit and Loss Basis

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Liquidation Expenses

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