Use the Table for the Question(s)below

question 59

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Consider the following historical top federal tax rates in the United States:
Personal Tax Rates
-In 2000,the effective tax rate for debt holders was closest to:

• A)61%.
• B)52%.
• C)64%.
• D)40%.

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