For Each of the Following Sentences, Select the Correct Comparative

question 34

Multiple Choice

For each of the following sentences, select the correct comparative or superlative form of the word in the parentheses. Of all my friends, Dupont is the ___________ (rich) .

• A) richer
• B) most rich
• C) richest

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Definitions:

Total Tax Rate

The comprehensive rate at which income is taxed, combining the effects of both federal and state rates, and possibly other levies.

Average Tax Rate

The proportion of total income that is paid in taxes, calculated by dividing the total amount of taxes paid by the taxpayer's total income.

Marginal Tax Rate

The rate at which the last dollar of income is taxed, showcasing how much tax will be paid on an additional dollar of income.

Taxable Income

The amount of an individual's or corporation's income used to determine how much tax is owed to the federal government.