In debates about health coverage, some have tried to distinguish between healthy people who have lived their lives the "right way" and unhealthy people who have not taken proper care of themselves, referred to as the "undeserving sick," who do not deserve health care. Which of the following theories of justice is most likely to underlie this perspective?

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The libertarian theory of justice emphasizes individual responsibility and the consequences of personal choices. It is most likely to underlie the perspective that distinguishes between "deserving" and "undeserving" sick based on their personal health choices, as it supports the idea that individuals should bear the outcomes of their actions, including health-related ones.

In Debates About Health Coverage, Some Have Tried to Distinguish