This course uses microdata (from the Current Population Survey) to explore inequality in the distribution of income and wealth in the United States. It is grounded in numbers and data analysis, but we will also study philosophical arguments (e.g., Rawls and Nozick) and theories about inequality. We will focus mainly on differences between rich and poor, but also examine racial, gender, health and other gaps. Prerequisite: Elementary statistics (such as ECON 350, BIO 275, MATH 141, MATH 247 or PSY 214) or consent of the instructor.
| Distribution Area | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Science and Mathematics- or -Privilege, Power And Diversity | Elementary statistics (such as ECON 350, BIO 275, MATH 141, MATH 247 or PSY 214) or consent of the instructor | 1 course |