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Which of the following countries had the highest income share for the top 20% during the specified period?

1

Denmark

2

South Africa

3

Brazil

4

Hungary

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Answer

B. South Africa

Solution:

South Africa had the highest income share for the top 20% at 64.8%, with Brazil not far behind at 63%.

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