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Required:
a) Construct the Lorenz curve and show the area under Gini coefficient. (3 Marks)
b) Compute the Gini coefficient and interprete your answer. (Using tables) (13 Marks)
c) Discuss the disadvantages of Gini coefficient as a measure of the inequality in an
economy (10 Marks)
d) Briefly explain the following terms;
(i) Actual Economic growth
(ii) Potential Economic Growth (4 Marks)
= + +
= + (Y − ) Where, T = taxes
= + I = Investment
I= G = Government Expenditure
=
Required;
Compute the equilibrium values of income ,consumption and taxes. (7 Marks)
b) Discuss factors that affect the Economic Growth of an economy. (10 Marks)
c) Briefly explain the phases of Economic Growth. (3 Marks)