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Axiomatic Characterization of the Gini Coefficient and Lorenz Curve Orderings

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  • Aaberge, Rolf, 2001. "Axiomatic Characterization of the Gini Coefficient and Lorenz Curve Orderings," Journal of Economic Theory, Elsevier, vol. 101(1), pages 115-132, November.
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