An objection to the marginal productivity theory of income distribution is that many people believe it is a moral justification for the unequal distribution of income.

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Many critics argue that the marginal productivity theory suggests that individuals receive income according to their contribution to society, and therefore justifies income inequality. However, others argue that the theory only explains how wages are set in competitive markets and does not make moral judgments about income distribution.

An Objection to the Marginal Productivity Theory of Income Distribution