A Lorenz Curve Measures

question 19

Multiple Choice

A Lorenz curve measures

• A) the benefits received through welfare programs.
• B) the actual income distribution and compares it to an equal income distribution.
• C) the effect of flat taxes on income distribution.
• D) the degree to which income taxes are regressive.

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