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An alternative functional form for estimating the lorenz curve

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We propose a simple single parameter functional form for the Lorenz curve. The underlying probability density function and cumulative density functions for the Lorenz curve are derived and are shown to have some useful properties. The proposed functional form is fitted to existing data sets and is shown to provide a better fit than existing single parameter Lorenz curves for the given data.

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  • Nicholas Rohde, 2008. "An alternative functional form for estimating the lorenz curve," Discussion Papers Series 384, School of Economics, University of Queensland, Australia.
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