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What does the Lorenz curve indicate about the distribution of national income?
What does the Lorenz curve indicate about the distribution of national income?
- 90% of the population owns 60% of the national income. (correct)
- 20% of the population owns 20% of the total income.
- 80% of the population owns only 40% of the total income. (correct)
- 60% of the population owns 60% of the national income.
Which statement best describes the line of perfect equality?
Which statement best describes the line of perfect equality?
- It divides the graph into parts reflecting different income distributions. (correct)
- It indicates a complete absence of income inequality. (correct)
- It represents a situation where each segment of the population earns more income than the last.
- It shows that 40% of the population receives 60% of the income.
What does a Gini coefficient of 0 indicate about a society?
What does a Gini coefficient of 0 indicate about a society?
- There is perfect income inequality.
- Income distribution is completely unequal among the population. (correct)
- Every household has the same amount of income. (correct)
- The society is operating in a state of extreme poverty.
What does a larger area of inequality between the Lorenz curve and the line of equality signify?
What does a larger area of inequality between the Lorenz curve and the line of equality signify?
In a society where the Gini coefficient is 1, what does this imply?
In a society where the Gini coefficient is 1, what does this imply?
Which percentage of the population owns 5% of total national income according to the Lorenz curve?
Which percentage of the population owns 5% of total national income according to the Lorenz curve?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Lorenz curve?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Lorenz curve?
How does a society with a Gini coefficient closer to 1 compare to one with a coefficient closer to 0?
How does a society with a Gini coefficient closer to 1 compare to one with a coefficient closer to 0?
What does a Gini coefficient of 0.63 indicate about South Africa?
What does a Gini coefficient of 0.63 indicate about South Africa?
How does a progressive personal income tax affect income distribution?
How does a progressive personal income tax affect income distribution?
Which of the following is NOT a type of social grant mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of social grant mentioned?
What is the primary purpose of implementing a minimum wage policy?
What is the primary purpose of implementing a minimum wage policy?
What is a wealth tax based on?
What is a wealth tax based on?
Which of the following is a method used by governments to reduce income inequality?
Which of the following is a method used by governments to reduce income inequality?
What is the primary goal of social grants?
What is the primary goal of social grants?
When was the minimum wage policy introduced in South Africa?
When was the minimum wage policy introduced in South Africa?
What does economic growth primarily refer to?
What does economic growth primarily refer to?
Which of the following is considered a tangible asset?
Which of the following is considered a tangible asset?
How can individuals accumulate wealth?
How can individuals accumulate wealth?
Which of the following accurately describes wealth distribution?
Which of the following accurately describes wealth distribution?
What primarily allows governments to accumulate more wealth?
What primarily allows governments to accumulate more wealth?
What is the definition of a surplus in a governmental context?
What is the definition of a surplus in a governmental context?
Which of the following is an example of a non-tangible asset?
Which of the following is an example of a non-tangible asset?
Why might wealth inequality be harder to address than income inequality?
Why might wealth inequality be harder to address than income inequality?
What is economic growth primarily defined as?
What is economic growth primarily defined as?
Which of the following best describes nominal GDP?
Which of the following best describes nominal GDP?
What is the effect of inflation on real GDP?
What is the effect of inflation on real GDP?
How is the economic growth rate calculated?
How is the economic growth rate calculated?
In South Africa, which year serves as the base year for calculating real GDP?
In South Africa, which year serves as the base year for calculating real GDP?
What is one of the key benefits of sustained economic growth?
What is one of the key benefits of sustained economic growth?
Which of the following options is not a factor typically enhanced by economic growth?
Which of the following options is not a factor typically enhanced by economic growth?
What was the calculated economic growth rate for country X if its real GDP increased from 680 billion to 720 billion?
What was the calculated economic growth rate for country X if its real GDP increased from 680 billion to 720 billion?
How does increased household spending affect economic growth?
How does increased household spending affect economic growth?
What is one benefit of improved education and training in the workforce?
What is one benefit of improved education and training in the workforce?
Which of the following best describes the role of natural resources in economic growth?
Which of the following best describes the role of natural resources in economic growth?
How can innovation and technological improvements contribute to economic growth?
How can innovation and technological improvements contribute to economic growth?
What is meant by productivity in the context of economic growth?
What is meant by productivity in the context of economic growth?
Which government policy is likely to encourage economic growth?
Which government policy is likely to encourage economic growth?
Which statement best reflects the relationship between entrepreneurship and economic growth?
Which statement best reflects the relationship between entrepreneurship and economic growth?
What is one way to encourage increased productivity in an economy?
What is one way to encourage increased productivity in an economy?
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Study Notes
Economic Growth and Wealth Creation
- Economic growth reflects the increase in a country's production capability over time, contributing to more goods and services produced annually.
- Wealth signifies the monetary value of all assets owned by individuals or organizations, including tangible (houses, cars), intangible (patents, copyrights), and financial assets (money, shares).
- Patents safeguard invention rights, while copyrights protect original creative works such as music and literature.
Sources of Wealth
- Individuals can accumulate wealth through savings, investments, and selling production factors.
- Businesses grow wealth by reinvesting profits for expansion.
- Governments increase wealth by maintaining budget surpluses, investing in land, and saving excess funds.
Wealth Distribution and Inequality
- Wealth distribution varies significantly among economic participants, often skewed in market economies.
- The Lorenz curve illustrates that the wealthiest 10% own a disproportionate share of total income, highlighting income inequality.
- The Gini coefficient quantifies societal inequality, ranging from 0 (perfect equality) to 1 (perfect inequality). South Africa's coefficient of 0.63 indicates substantial inequality.
Methods for Income and Wealth Redistribution
- Progressive Personal Income Tax: Higher earners pay a greater percentage in taxes, mitigating income gaps by redistributing revenue for social benefit.
- Social Grants: Cash transfers like pensions and unemployment support enhance living standards for low-income individuals.
- Minimum Wages: Established in 2019, this law ensures workers receive fair pay, boosting their ability to afford necessities.
- Wealth Taxes: Levied on personal assets to redistribute wealth among the population.
Measurement of Economic Growth
- Economic growth, often measured through Gross Domestic Product (GDP), reflects production increase compared to previous periods.
- Nominal GDP counts goods and services at current prices, while Real GDP adjusts for inflation using a base year (2015 for South Africa).
Calculation of Economic Growth Rate
- Economic growth rate is derived from GDP comparisons over time:
- Formula: (( GDP_{new} - GDP_{initial} ) / GDP_{initial} \times 100)
- Example calculation yields a growth rate of 5.88%.
Importance of Economic Growth
- Sustains employment and enhances government revenue through taxation.
- Facilitates social spending on vital services like education and health.
- Boosts household spending, improving living standards and reducing poverty.
- Attracts foreign direct investment, fostering further economic improvement.
Methods to Enhance Economic Growth
- Utilization of Production Factors: Productive use of resources, effective education and job training, and resource processing can drive growth.
- Innovation and Technology: Advancements in technology yield more efficient production processes and increased productivity.
- Productivity Increases: Enhancing the output relative to inputs, through investment in equipment and incentivizing labor, leads to economic expansion.
- Effective Government Policies: Policies promoting entrepreneurship, education, and training are crucial for economic benefits.
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