According to Your Textbook, When You Use Statistics in a Speech

question 87

Multiple Choice

According to your textbook, when you use statistics in a speech, you should usually

• A) round off complicated statistics.
• B) combine the statistics with a hypothetical example.
• C) use a large number of statistics.
• D) increase your speaking rate when giving statistics.
• E) manipulate the statistics to make a point.

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Definitions:

Regressive Tax

A tax imposed in such a manner that the tax rate decreases as the amount subject to taxation increases.

Proportional Tax

A tax system where the tax rate remains constant regardless of the amount subject to tax, meaning everyone pays the same percentage of their income.

Progressive Tax

A tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, burdening wealthier individuals more.

Progressive Tax

A tax system in which tax rates increase as the taxable amount increases, placing a higher tax burden on individuals with higher incomes.