Because of New Understanding of Settlement Patterns, Archaeologists Now Believe

question 12

Multiple Choice

Because of new understanding of settlement patterns, archaeologists now believe that large Maya ceremonial sites were located in _________.

• A) areas with small local populations
• B) a regional area of no towns
• C) areas with no local population
• D) cities with large urban populations

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Definitions:

Progressive Tax

A tax system in which the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, thereby imposing a higher percentage rate on higher-income earners.

High-Income

Earning a substantial amount of money, typically above the median income level in a given region or country.

Low-Income

Referring to individuals or families whose earnings are significantly lower than the average, often quantified by government standards.

Regressive Tax

A tax imposed in such a manner that the tax rate decreases as the amount subject to taxation increases.