According to John Rawls, people in "the original position" choose the principles of justice solely on the basis of
A) social utility.
B) their religion.
C) self-interest.
D) their intuitive knowledge of the natural rights of all human beings.

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According to Rawls, people in "the original position" are hypothetical, rational individuals who are imagined to choose the principles of justice from behind a "veil of ignorance," which means they have no knowledge of their own social status, wealth, talents, or other personal characteristics that could create bias. As a result, Rawls argues that they would choose principles that benefit everyone equally, rather than pursuing self-interest or depending on religious or moral beliefs.

According to John Rawls, People in "The Original Position" Choose