If the Lorenz Curve for Income Moves Upward Toward the 45°

question 141

Multiple Choice

If the Lorenz curve for income moves upward toward the 45° line,then the

• A) distribution of income has become more unequal.
• B) distribution of income has become more equal.
• C) mean (average) household income increased.
• D) total household income increased.
• E) total household income decreased.

Analyze the impact of changing dividend policies on stock valuation.

Distinguish between different rates of return and their implications on stock prices.

Apply the concept of price today versus price in the future in stock valuation.

Understand the concept and calculations involved in moving average and exponential smoothing models.

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