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Evgeny Vinnik
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Which of the following would most likely increase income inequality?

A) improvements in public education
B) greater monopoly power among product sellers
C) greater equality in the distribution of wealth
D) fewer differences in working conditions across occupations

Income Inequality

The unequal distribution of income and wealth across individuals or groups within a society, often measured using tools like the Gini coefficient.

Monopoly Power

The ability of a monopoly (a single seller in the market) to control market prices for its product or service, often resulting in higher prices and lower output than in competitive markets.

Public Education

Public education refers to the schooling system that is financed and operated by government agencies to provide free education to all students.

  • Discuss the societal and economic impacts of income and wealth inequality.
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