Poverty, Malnutrition, And Income Inequality

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30 May 2019
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What does the elasticity of propoor growth represent?

Multiple choice question for Poverty, Malnutrition, And Income Inequality. Select an option, then review the explanation below.

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Explanation

Elasticity of propoor growth measures how the consumption growth rate of the poor compares to that of the nonpoor. It is calculated as the percentage increase in consumption among the poor divided by the percentage increase in consumption among the nonpoor. Other options either multiply growth rates or refer to poverty levels or population changes, which do not define elasticity of propoor growth.

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