Which of the Following Would Be Most Likely to Encourage

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be most likely to encourage households to save a greater proportion of their income?

• A) a reduction in the sales tax rate
• B) an increase in the capital gains tax rate
• C) an elimination of tariffs (taxes on imported goods)
• D) changing to a flat income tax (with a single tax rate charged on all income)
• E) changing from an income tax to a consumption tax

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Definitions:

Presynaptic Neurons

Neurons that transmit signals to a synapse, the junction between two nerve cells, to communicate with postsynaptic neurons.

Reception Phase

The initial stage in the process of a stimulus being received by a sensory system and recognized by the brain.

Neurons

Neurons are the fundamental units of the brain and nervous system, responsible for receiving sensory input from the external world, processing that information, and sending commands to muscles.

Sodium Potassium Pump

The sodium-potassium pump is a cellular mechanism that pumps sodium ions out of and potassium ions into cells, essential for maintaining cell membrane potential and proper function.