A Lorenz Curve Is a Graph That Shows

question 28

Multiple Choice

A Lorenz curve is a graph that shows

• A)the equity versus efficiency trade-off.
• B)how many households are living in poverty.
• C)the trade-off between inflation and unemployment.
• D)the distribution of household income.

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