The measured distribution of income today appears more unequal than in the 1950s partly because of:

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An increase in the rate of divorce leads to more single-parent households, which often have lower incomes. Additionally, an increase in the number of two-income families can widen the income gap as these families tend to have higher combined incomes compared to single-income households. Both factors contribute to a more unequal income distribution.

The Measured Distribution of Income Today Appears More Unequal Than