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Rawls argues that inequalities should do what?

  • Always increase

  • Never change

  • Be nonexistent

  • Benefit the least advantaged

Answer

Inequalities should benefit the least advantaged members of society, according to John Rawls' theory of justice. This principle, known as the "difference principle," asserts that any social and economic inequalities should only be permitted if they ultimately improve the situation of the worst-off individuals in society.
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