In turn, the association between objectively measured inequality and dissatisfaction with institutions could mean that the high levels of wealth concentration and social differentiation in the countries would feed into many social conflicts in the region (Calderon, 2012). Besides, dissatisfaction with distribution in the region is closely associated with a larger perceived tax burden, with distrust of the ability of States to spend tax revenue w ell (see figure 11.20) and low perceived transparency of the State (see figure 11.21). This judgment likely stems from a subjective assessment of one group or another's deservingness of poverty or wealth, including what the respondent thinks of his or her own situation.