Which of These Is an Argument for Using the Potential

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of these is an argument for using the potential compensation criterion?

• A)If the winners can compensate the losers,no one is harmed by employing the criterion.
• B)The criterion does not employ interpersonal utility calculations.
• C)If employed over a large number of policy changes,everyone should enjoy a net gain in the long run.
• D)It is easy to determine the magnitude of the wins and losses.