Studies comparing poverty in different countries frequently inform the evaluation of past policies and the formulation of future policies for reducing poverty. If the comparisons are to be a valid foundation for such assessments, in particular if they are to be a guide to the effective allocation of funds, the underlying concepts must be examined and defined. This article discusses four issues that are critical in this respect: the choice of poverty...
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1991/01/31
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Article de revue
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9440
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2010/07/01
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Comparing poverty rates internationally : lessons from recent studies in developed countries
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measurement of poverty