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Advantages of the Lorenz Curve for Analyzing Inequality

A key advantage of the Lorenz curve over a single numerical indicator like the Gini coefficient is its ability to provide a more detailed visual representation of inequality. It can help distinguish between different sources of inequality, such as whether the disparity stems from a small number of extremely wealthy individuals or from a large segment of the population being very poor.

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