Which of the Following Examples Illustrates a Regressive Income Tax

question 156

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples illustrates a regressive income tax?

• A) I earn $500 and pay $50 in taxes; you earn $1,000 and pay $90 in taxes.
• B) I earn $500 and pay $50 in taxes; you earn $1,000 and pay $100 in taxes.
• C) I earn $500 and pay $50 in taxes; you earn $1,000 and pay $110 in taxes.
• D) I earn $500 and pay $50 in taxes; you earn $1,000 and pay $125 in taxes.

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