What Is the Deadliest Tornado on Record in the United

question 57

Multiple Choice

What is the deadliest tornado on record in the United States?

• A) the Moore, OK tornado of 1999
• B) the Fargo, ND tornado of 1957
• C) the Natchez tornado of 1840
• D) the Tri- State tornado of 1925

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Tax Base

The total amount of assets or income that can be taxed by a government, forming the foundation of its revenue.

Progressive Tax

A tax system in which the tax rate increases as the taxable income increases, placing a larger financial burden on wealthier individuals.

Marginal Tax Rate

The rate at which your last dollar of income is taxed, often increasing as income rises.

Average Tax Rate

The ratio of the total amount of taxes paid to the total taxable income, showing the share of income paid in taxes.