Economic mobility measures the ability of individuals or families to improve their economic status over time, often across generations. It is used by policymakers, economists, and social scientists to assess equality of opportunity, track poverty reduction, and evaluate the effectiveness of education, tax, and labor policies. Ultimately, society benefits from higher mobility through reduced inequality and stronger, more sustainable economic growth.
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