The Gini coefficient is a measure of equality expressed as a
value between 1 and 0. 0 represents perfect equality and 1
represents perfect inequality.
Therefore a rise in the Gini coefficient results in an increase
in inequality.
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Income inequality
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Relationship between Lorenz curve and Gini coefficient is the
more the Lorenz line curves away from the line of equality, the
greater the degree of inequality represented.
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The Gini coefficient is a measure of income inequality within a population, with a value of 0 indicating perfect equality and 1 indicating perfect inequality. It is commonly used by economists and policymakers to understand the distribution of income or wealth within a country. A higher Gini coefficient suggests a more unequal distribution of income.