Which One of the Following Reduces the Inequality of Income

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following reduces the inequality of income or wealth relative to the market distribution?

• A)government payments to the poor
• B)a regressive income tax
• C)large inheritances
• D)assortative mating
• E)large families

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Balance Framework

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