In the United States Between 1980 and 2009, the Gini

question 135

Multiple Choice

In the United States between 1980 and 2009, the Gini coefficient

• A) Increased, indicating greater income inequality.
• B) Increased, indicating less income inequality.
• C) Decreased, indicating greater income inequality.
• D) Decreased, indicating less income inequality.

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Graph

A visual representation of data, functions, or equations, typically plotted with an x and y axis.

Natural Logarithm

The logarithm to the base e, where e is an irrational and transcendental number approximately equal to 2.71828.

Graph

An image that demonstrates the system of interactions or affiliations among two or more entities by employing distinctive visual tools such as dots, lines, and bars.

Logarithm

The power to which a base, often 10 or e, needs to be elevated in order to generate a specific number.