Explain the Pattern of Decline in Two-Parent Families from 1970

question 104

Essay

Explain the pattern of decline in two-parent families from 1970 to 2010.

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Definitions:

Governmental Services

Services provided by the government to its citizens; these can include education, healthcare, and public safety.

Ability-to-Pay Principle

A tax principle suggesting that taxes should be levied based on the taxpayer's ability to pay, where those with higher income or wealth should pay more taxes.

Tax Burdens

The measure of the financial impact of taxes on individuals, households, or businesses, typically reflecting the total taxes paid as a percentage of income.

Taxation Theory

The study of how taxes affect the economy, focusing on the optimal design of tax policies to achieve various economic objectives.