When the Lorenz Curve More Closely Approximates the 45 Degree

question 46

Multiple Choice

When the Lorenz curve more closely approximates the 45 degree line, income is being:

• A)distributed more equally.
• B)distributed more unequally.
• C)enlarged for nearly every economic class.
• D)taxed more heavily to pay international debts.
• E)none of the above.

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