Table 20-4

Source: U.S. Bureau of Census

-Refer to Table 20-4. In 2017, the top quintile of families have
A)almost 13 times as much income as the bottom quintile of families.
B)48.8% more income than the bottom quintile of families.
C)23.4% more income than the bottom quintile of families.
D)9% more income than the bottom quintile of families.

Question

Table 20-4
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  Source: U.S. Bureau of Census
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-Refer to Table 20-4. In 2017, the top quintile of families have
A)almost 13 times as much income as the bottom quintile of families. 
B)48.8% more income than the bottom quintile of families. 
C)23.4% more income than the bottom quintile of families. 
D)9% more income than the bottom quintile of families.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The top quintile of families having almost 13 times as much income as the bottom quintile is a common statistic reflecting income inequality, where the highest earners significantly outpace the lowest earners in terms of income.

Table 20-4 ​

Table 20-4