In the Area of Taxation, the Trade-Off Between Equity and Efficiency

question 70

Multiple Choice

In the area of taxation, the trade-off between equity and efficiency

• A)never occurs since efficient taxes are often the most progressive.
• B)is relevant as efficient taxes are often regressive.
• C)is irrelevant.
• D)is relevant because efficient taxes are often progressive.

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