摘要:

This paper discusses the problems encountered in constructing equivalence scales of the relative incomes required to enable families of different sizes or in different circumstances to enjoy the same standard of living. Theoretical problems and limitations of various methods are discussed, and examples of empirical results are presented.

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01138.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY

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This paper examines some problems in the recent experience with regional accounts in Argentina. In Section I a detailed exploration of the possibility of an adaptation of the UN System of National Accounts to any one regional division of a country is presented. The proposal is introduced in matrix form, compatible with the SNA. In Section II selected problems in the definition of the concept of residence and their implications, particularly in the production accounts, are discussed. The presentation is based upon examples for the construction sector, interregional transport, the services of public administration, and the branches of public enterprises resident outside the region. In Section III the principal conclusions of the usefulness, possibility and priorities of regional accounts in Argentina are noted.

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01139.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Venezuela was one of the first of the developing countries to adopt the new United Nations System of National Accounts. The article describes the reasons for its adoption, the procedures used, methods and sources, and the administrative problems encountered.

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01140.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Considerable attention has been devoted in the past to the methodological issues involved in the measurement and explanation of economic growth. Following the method pioneered by Denison and applied by him to the United States and Western Europe, comparative studies have been made of various other countries; that for Japan is of special interest. The present paper extends the analysis to the Soviet Union. In order to preserve comparability, the analysis follows the Denison methodology exactly, and compares the results with those for the United States, Northwest Europe, and Japan.

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01141.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

This paper is devoted to the personal distribution of income. The focus is on the relation between individual age and income and on the observed regularities in these age‐income profiles. Empirically, age‐income profiles show marked differences by occupation and by education. In general, with increasing levels of education both the level and the slope of the age‐income profile increase; there is also a tendency of the variance of income to increase with age. Explanations of these facts are discussed. The human capital model is found defective in two ways: direct measurement of capital formation that occurs through on‐the‐job training is not feasible and the demand side of the labor market is ignored. Lydall's approach stressing the role of ability development is considered promising, yet lacking a theoretic integration of the relevant factors. The relation between education and ability is also reviewed. It is concluded that IQ is an important variable associated with educational attainment, but that its explanatory power with respect to earnings in addition to length of schooling is almost negligible. Moreover, its development over age cannot be held responsible for the age‐income profile, since its peak is far too early. Ability as a multidimensional concept appears attractive, though empirical problems are manifold. Finally, interesting direct empirical evidence on productivity development with experience is found in the literature on the learning curve. In certain jobs, where productivity can be measured directly, increasing experience on the job produces an asymptotic productivity profile.In the final section the conclusions are reviewed and used to briefly indicate a new theory. According to this theory, capabilities are the key variables in the labor market. Individual preferences regarding employment of these capabilities guide decisions about job choice. The labor market rewards capabilities and capability development over age explains the age‐i

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01142.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY

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This paper discusses the distribution of wealth derived from the Australian Survey of Consumer Finances and Expenditures, 1966‐68, carried out jointly by Macquarie University and the University of Queensland. It analyzes the composition of net worth, assets, and liabilities by socio‐demographic characteristics and over t

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01143.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01144.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0034-6586    

DOI:10.1111/j.1475-4991.1976.tb01145.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1976

数据来源: WILEY