Suppose there is a high inequality in household income between the highest and the lowest income groups in one country. In response, the government raises the income tax for the highest income group and provides subsidies to the lowest-income group. What

would happen to the Lorenz curve as a result of the government programs? Explain.

What will be an ideal response?


The government tax and subsidy policies would not change the Lorenz curve because it does not account for the income tax and income in kind provided by the government.

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What will be an ideal response?

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