Which of the statements below is primarily normative in nature?
A)There is an unequal distribution of income in Canada.
B)The distribution of income is more unequal in Canada than it is in Japan.
C)The inequality of income that exists in Canada is partly caused by an unequal distribution of wealth.
D)The distribution of income in Canada should be more equal than it is.

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The statement "The distribution of income in Canada should be more equal than it is" is a normative statement as it is expressing a value judgement and advocating for a certain outcome. The other statements are primarily descriptive in nature and are stating facts.

Which of the Statements Below Is Primarily Normative in Nature