One of the Most Difficult Issues Associated with Trying to Structure

question 118

Multiple Choice

One of the most difficult issues associated with trying to structure a tax policy to satisfy horizontal equity is determining

• A)whether or not a taxpayer falls within the highest income quintile.
• B)the level of transfer payments made to low-income groups.
• C)the source of income for taxpayers.
• D)what differences are relevant to a family's ability to pay.

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