Which of the Following Happens with a Progressive Tax System

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following happens with a progressive tax system?

• A) All taxpayers pay taxes at the same percentage rate.
• B) People with higher incomes pay taxes at a higher rate.
• C) People with higher incomes pay taxes at a lower rate.
• D) The tax burden consists mostly of property and sales taxes.
• E) The tax rates increase by a set percentage every year.

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