The average household income of a nation offers a measure of that nation’s
income only
wealth only
wealth and income inequality
wealth and income distribution
wealth and income equality
Ans: income only.
Explanation:
Average household income = Total GDP / Total number of households.
It shows the measure of income only. Wealth includes the ownership of assets , stocks, etc.
The average household income of a nation offers a measure of that nation’s income only wealth...
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