A Progressive Income Tax System Can Be Defined as One

question 143

Multiple Choice

A progressive income tax system can be defined as one in which

• A)the government uses taxes paid by the wealthy to fund programs for the poor.
• B)an individual pays more dollars in taxes when his income rises.
• C)the marginal tax rate rises over time.
• D)the average tax rate is higher for individuals with higher incomes.

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Definitions:

Serratus Anterior

A muscle on the side of the chest that assists in the upward movement of the arms and stabilizes the scapula.

Biceps Femoris

A thigh muscle belonging to the hamstrings group, responsible for bending the knee and extending the thigh.

Deltoid Muscle

The muscle that caps the shoulder, involved in arm rotation and preventing dislocation of the shoulder joint.

Biceps Brachii

A muscle located in the upper arm that is responsible for flexing the forearm at the elbow.