Which of the Following Answers Best Reflects the Ability-To-Pay Philosophy

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following answers best reflects the ability-to-pay philosophy of taxation?

• A) Property tax.
• B) Progressive income tax.
• C) Excise tax on gasoline.
• D) Excise tax on cigarettes.

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Definitions:

Foot-In-The-Door Technique

A persuasion strategy that involves getting a person to agree to a small request as a precursor to agreeing to a larger request.

Low-Ball Technique

A persuasion strategy in which an initial, lower price is offered to secure agreement, then raised before the deal is closed.

Bait-And-Switch

A deceptive marketing strategy in which a customer is lured by the advertisement of a low-priced item but then is encouraged to buy a more expensive one.

Door-In-The-Face Technique

The Door-In-The-Face Technique is a persuasion strategy where a larger request is initially made and rejected, followed by a smaller, more reasonable request.