Figure E2.1: Calculating the Gini Coefficient from a Lorenz Curve Diagram
Figure E2.1 is a diagram that illustrates the method for calculating the Gini coefficient based on the geometry of a Lorenz curve graph. It visually demonstrates the relationship between the area enclosed by the Lorenz curve and the line of perfect equality, which is used to quantify income inequality.
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Figure E2.1: Calculating the Gini Coefficient from a Lorenz Curve Diagram
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