A Regressive Tax Means That If Someone Earning $25,000 Pays

question 45

Multiple Choice

A regressive tax means that if someone earning $25,000 pays $5,000, someone earning $50,000 must pay

• A)less than $5,000.
• B)less than $10,000.
• C)more than $10,000 but less than $15,000.
• D)more than $15,000 but less than $20,000.

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