In a Causal Relationship, the __________ Variable Is the Cause

question 73

Short Answer

In a causal relationship, the __________ variable is the cause, and the __________ variable is the effect.

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Definitions:

Average Tax Rate

The proportion of total income that is paid in taxes, calculated by dividing the total amount of taxes paid by total income.

Marginal Tax Rate

The rate at which your last dollar of income is taxed, indicating the tax rate applied to the next dollar of taxable income.

Excise Tax

Excise tax is a specific type of tax imposed on certain goods, services, and activities, often included in the price of products like tobacco, alcohol, and gasoline.

Regressive Tax

A tax system where the tax rate decreases as the taxable amount increases, putting a higher relative burden on lower-income earners.