Refer to Figure 18-4. Rank the above panels in terms of most unequal income distribution to least unequal income distribution

One of the methods of reducing the geographical disadvantage faced by poorer countries is:

A) by moving to a socialist economic system. B) by undertaking large-scale disease eradication programs. C) by borrowing financial resources at market interest rates. D) by reducing participation in international trade.

The brand name of a firm

A) has nothing to do with the profitability of a firm. B) has been considered irrelevant by economists since profits for a monopolistic competitive firm are zero in the long-run. C) relates to consumers' perception of product differentiation and to the market value of a firm. D) is important in the short-run but not in the long-run.