-The Above Table Shows the Distribution of Income in Two

question 3

Essay

-The above table shows the distribution of income in two imaginary countries, Alpha and Beta.
a) What does the table tell you about the second 20 percent group in each country?
b) Calculate the cumulative percentage for both countries.
c) Interpret the cumulative percentage for the third 20 percent group in both countries.

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Definitions:

Hypothetical Syllogism (HS)

A logical argument consisting of two conditional statements and a conclusion that is logically inferred from them.

Modus Ponens (MP)

A logical rule stating that if a conditional statement ("if p then q") is accepted, and the antecedent (p) is also accepted, then the consequent (q) must be accepted.

Modus Tollens (MT)

A form of logical argument where the contrapositive is taken: if P implies Q and Q is false, then P must also be false.

Constructive Dilemma (CD)

A logical argument asserting that if P implies Q and R implies S, and either P or R is true, then either Q or S must be true.