The main idea of fairness is based on which of the following rules?
A. The state must enforce laws that establish and protect private property.
B. Goods and services that produce externalities must be owned by the state, monopolies must be eliminated, and common resources must follow the rules of the competitive market.
C. The state must enforce tax laws so that after taxes are paid and benefits are received, the gap between rich and poor is as small as possible.
D. Private property may be transferred from one person to another only by voluntary exchange.
A)Rules a and d
B)Rules b and d
C)Rules b and c
D)Rules a and c
E)The main idea of fairness is not based on any of these rules.

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The main idea of fairness is based on the principles of private property rights and voluntary exchange, which are reflected in rules a and d. Rule B refers to the role of the state in regulating externalities and promoting competition, while rule C focuses on the goal of reducing income inequality through tax policy. These rules are not directly related to the concept of fairness as defined in the question. Therefore, the best choice is A.

The Main Idea of Fairness Is Based on Which of the Following