The Reason People in Professor Rawls' Thought Experiment Would Choose

question 82

Multiple Choice

The reason people in Professor Rawls' thought experiment would choose an equal distribution of income is that:

• A)they are concerned about the welfare of others.
• B)they fear ending up in a disadvantaged position themselves.
• C)people are risk-neutral.
• D)it is the easiest distribution to implement.

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Definitions:

Emotional Conflicts

Emotional conflicts arise when there are opposing emotions within an individual or between individuals, often leading to tension and difficulty in making decisions or maintaining relationships.

Substantive Conflict

A disagreement among individuals or groups in a workplace focusing on significant differences about job-related issues such as goals, tasks, and resource allocation.

Allocation of Resources

The process of distributing available resources, such as time, money, and manpower, among various projects or departments within an organization.

Role Ambiguities

Situations where roles and responsibilities are unclear, often leading to confusion and inefficiency in organizational settings.