Which of the Following Would Be Evidence of an Increase

question 195

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be evidence of an increase in income inequality over time in the United States?

• A) an increase in the percentage of total household income received by the lowest quintile
• B) an increase in the percentage of total household income received by the highest quintile
• C) an increase in the percentage of total household income received by the four lowest quintiles
• D) a decrease in the percentage of total household income received by the highest quintile

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