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Set 4: Command of Evidence (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

PASSAGE

The 'veil of ignorance,' from Rawls's justice theory, asks: what principles would you choose if you didn't know your place in society? He argues this leads to fair, egalitarian rules.

What does the veil of ignorance promote?

A. Self-interested rule-making.
B. Impartial principles that protect the worst-off.
C. Knowledge-based advantages.
D. Arbitrary discrimination.✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Fair, egalitarian rules' = protecting worst-off. The best evidence directly and explicitly supports the stated claim without requiring assumptions. Match specific textual details or data points to the claim being made. The correct answer provides clear, direct support. Strong evidence directly addresses the claim without requiring additional interpretation. When evaluating options, look for quotes or data that explicitly support the statement. Weak evidence may be tangentially related but doesn't provide direct proof.

Key Evidence:

• "The 'veil of ignorance,' from Rawls's justice theory, asks: what principles would you choose if you didn't know your place in society"

Why others are wrong: A (This option is incorrect.), B (This option is incorrect.), C (This option is incorrect.).