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1.7 The distribution of income and wealth: poverty and inequality (A-level only)

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An unequal distribution of income and wealth can result in market failure because

the price mechanism allocates resources according to consumers' ability to pay rather than their needs.

progressive taxation policies aimed at reducing inequality lead to government failure.

private firms are unable to profit from providing merit goods to high-income consumers.

lower-income individuals have a lower marginal propensity to consume than higher-income individuals.

1.7 The distribution of income and wealth: poverty and inequality (A-level only) Questions

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