If the Average Tax Rate Increases as Income Increases,the Tax

question 213

Multiple Choice

If the average tax rate increases as income increases,the tax is a

• A) progressive tax.
• B) regressive tax.
• C) proportional tax.
• D) marginal tax.
• E) production-efficient tax.

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Definitions:

State Sales Tax

A tax imposed by state governments on the sale of goods and services, which varies by state and is collected by businesses at the point of sale.

Sales Tax Payable

A liability account in the general ledger that stores the amount of sales tax collected from customers, which is owed to the government.

FOB Shipping Point

A term used in shipping agreements indicating that the buyer takes ownership and responsibility for goods once they are shipped, and is responsible for freight costs and risks.

Accounts Receivable

Outstanding balances due to a company from its clients for products or services rendered but still unpaid.