What is a key factor that leads to wealth concentration according to the speaker?
Thomas Piketty: New thoughts on capital in the twenty-first century

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The decline in educational standards
The rise of new technologies
The increase in global population
The rate of return on capital exceeding economic growth
2.
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What is the main reason for the reversal of income inequality trends between the US and Europe?
The difference in tax policies
The changing supply and demand for skills
The increase in global trade
The rise of social media
3.
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How does the speaker describe wealth inequality compared to income inequality?
Wealth inequality is the same as income inequality
Wealth inequality is generally lower than income inequality
Wealth inequality is generally higher than income inequality
Wealth inequality has no relation to income inequality
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What model does the speaker suggest best explains wealth concentration?
A technological advancement model
A demographic transition model
A dynamic, dynastic model
A static economic model
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What historical period does the speaker mention as having a unique combination of low returns and high growth?
The 18th century
The 19th century
The 20th century
The 21st century
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does the speaker suggest as a way to improve financial transparency?
Reducing international trade
Implementing a global registry of financial assets
Increasing inflation
Encouraging more private investments
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What is one of the criticisms addressed by the speaker regarding their work?
The focus on technology
The lack of historical context
The choice of data sets
The emphasis on education
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