The Gini Ratio in Brazil Was Over 0

question 41

Multiple Choice

The Gini ratio in Brazil was over 0.6 in 1990 and fell to 0.5 in 2010.This change means that between 1990 and 2010,income inequality ________ and the Lorenz curve moved ________ the 45-degree line.

• A)decreased;closer to
• B)decreased;further away from
• C)increased;closer to
• D)increased;further away from
• E)increased;so that it was the same as

Understand the differences between prejudice, discrimination, and concepts related to social identity and conflict.

Understand the concept of leasing versus buying decisions in corporate finance.

Calculate net advantage to leasing (NAL) and understand its implications.

Understand and apply the concept of depreciation tax shields and their impact on leasing and buying decisions.

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