John Rawls' argument for maximizing the well-being of those who are least well off in society recognizes _____.
A)that everyone is the same
B)that the disincentives toward earning income inherent in redistribution
C)that social welfare is maximized when income is equalized
D)a and c

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John Rawls' theory of justice, particularly the "difference principle," suggests that inequalities are justified if they benefit the least advantaged members of society, acknowledging the potential disincentives in redistribution but not advocating for complete income equalization.

John Rawls' Argument for Maximizing the Well-Being of Those Who