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Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2002 Questions for Thought §Should everyone earn exactly the same amount, regardless of need? §Should the following groups of people get more money? l people with larger families l people with difficult or hazardous jobs l people with highly developed skills l people with large medical expenses §Should there be a limit on how much people earn and how much wealth they have?