Measuring Poverty: An Introduction
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Poverty measurements basically involve judgements about distribution of income but there is no one ideal method. Concern for poverty takes in giving special attention to the lower income distribution segment of a population. Some may think that concern over poverty is just a special kind of concern for inequality and that poverty measures have no unique role. However, people are usually concerned about poverty because they think there is some threshold for income below which deprivation and suffering exists.
Publication Name: Australian Economic Review
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0004-9018
Year: 1998
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Measuring poverty: an introduction
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Several methods can be used to measure poverty in formulating economic policy. One is the headcount method, which indicates incidence. Another is hypothetical populations, which indicate variations. A TIP curve displays incidence, inequality and intensity, allowing for comparisons. Other methods include relative and absolute poverty lines. The accuracy of all methods can be improved by using time periods for data gathering.
Publication Name: Australian Economic Review
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0004-9018
Year: 1998
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This article offers students some suggestions for research writing. Topics include clarity, intense concentration, and mechanics.
Publication Name: Australian Economic Review
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0004-9018
Year: 2001
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