In Australia, the share of pre-tax income going to the top fifth of families is roughly ______ times the share of income going to the bottom fifth of families in the income distribution:

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In Australia, the income distribution is such that the top fifth of families receive approximately ten times the share of pre-tax income compared to the bottom fifth. This reflects significant income inequality, although not as extreme as the highest option provided.

In Australia, the Share of Pre-Tax Income Going to the Top