Question

    The poverty measure represented by the formula P₀ =

    Nₚ / N, which indicates the proportion of the population living below the poverty line, is known as the ____.
    A Poverty Gap Index Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Squared Poverty Gap Index Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Headcount Ratio Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Gini Coefficient Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Multidimensional Poverty Index Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Headcount Ratio measures the incidence of poverty by calculating the proportion of the population living below the poverty line. It is expressed as the number of poor divided by the total population.

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