A multidimensional approach to the measurement of poverty

Michele COSTA

Research output: Working paper

Abstract

By using fuzzy set theory a cross country multidimensional analysis of poverty is performed on the basis of ECHP data. A set of composite indicators is contructed in order to analyse different dimensions of poverty. For each indicator is calculated an unidimensional poverty ratio, thus allowing a comparison among countries and indicators on the dimensions of poverty. Finally, for each country a multidimensional poverty ratio is obtained.
Original languageEnglish
PublisherCEPS/INSTEAD
Number of pages0
Publication statusPublished - 2002
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameIRISS Working Papers
PublisherCEPS/INSTEAD
No.2002-05

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