Gini Coefficient formula

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: February 3, 2025

Question 1:

\[ \text{The Gini Coefficient is a measure of inequality in a distribution. It is calculated using the formula:} \] \[ G = \frac{A}{A + B} \] \[ \text{Where: } \] \[ A \text{ is the area between the Lorenz curve and the line of perfect equality, and } \] \[ B \text{ is the area under the Lorenz curve.} \]

Example:

\[ \text{Consider a distribution where the area between the Lorenz curve and the line of perfect equality is 0.25, and the area under the Lorenz curve is 0.75.} \] \[ \text{Then, the Gini coefficient is:} \] \[ G = \frac{0.25}{0.25 + 0.75} = \frac{0.25}{1} = 0.25 \] \[ \text{The Gini Coefficient is } 0.25. \]

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