Suppose That a Family Saves and Borrows to Buffer Itself

question 431

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a family saves and borrows to buffer itself against changes in income. These actions relate to which problem in measuring inequality?

• A)in-kind transfers
• B)negative income tax
• C)transitory versus permanent income
• D)economic mobility

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Definitions:

Exact Simple Interest

Interest calculated on the principal amount of a loan or investment, based on a 365-day year without compounding.

Loan Period

The duration of time from when a loan is issued to when it is expected to be fully repaid, including its principal and interest.

365-day Year

A financial calculation basis using a calendar year of 365 days for computing interest rates and other financial metrics, ignoring leap year variations.

Exact Simple Interest

The precise amount of interest earned or paid on a principal amount over a specific period, without compounding.