The Value of the Minimum Wage Declines If It Is

question 79

Multiple Choice

The value of the minimum wage declines if it is not raised periodically because

• A)federal income taxes inevitably become more regressive over time.
• B)federal income taxes inevitably become more progressive over time.
• C)the minimum wage is not indexed to inflation.
• D)the minimum wage is indexed to inflation.

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