According to the Kuznets curve,inequality in capitalist societies:
A) decreases at first, stabilizes, and then decreases again
B) increases at first, declines, and then stabilizes at a relatively low level
C) decreases at first, increases rapidly, and then stabilizes at a relatively high level
D) increases at first, stabilizes at a high level, and then declines gradually
E) starts out stable for a long time and then gradually increases to a high level

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The Kuznets curve suggests that inequality tends to increase during the early stages of economic development, but then begins to decline as the society becomes more prosperous and more equal. This decline may stabilize at a relatively low level of inequality, indicating a more equitable distribution of wealth and resources.

According to the Kuznets Curve,inequality in Capitalist Societies