> Perhaps a society can't function forever in a state of extreme inequality, but isn't it true that it cannot exist for even a moment in a state of absolute equ

> Perhaps a society can't function forever in a state of extreme inequality, but isn't it true that it cannot exist for even a moment in a state of absolute equality? I would consider that a false dichotomy. And I think "absolute" anything is rarely the answer. The fastest way to use the most energy is probably to light it on fire. And no, I don't think that's a good measure of prosperity. Percieved general happiness? https://hbr.org/2016/01/income-inequality-makes-whole-countries-less-happy https://hbr.org/2016/01/income-inequality-makes-whole-countr... https://countryeconomy.com/demography/world-happiness-index https://countryeconomy.com/demography/world-happiness-index