Social Inequality as a Limitation on Economic Growth

Authors

  • Piotr Michoń Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Poznaniu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18559/ax6v8056

Keywords:

Social inequality, Economic growth, Investment, Public expenditures, Well-being

Abstract

Th e author examines the issue of social inequality, especially the relationship between income inequality (property) in society and economic growth. Th e author assumes that inequality may be particularly important in terms of social welfare. An important feature is the discussion on the consequences of inequality.

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2013-05-31

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Michoń, P. (2013). Social Inequality as a Limitation on Economic Growth. Studia Oeconomica Posnaniensia, 1(5), s. 26-33. https://doi.org/10.18559/ax6v8056