Which of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 132

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A)A general sales tax on food is regressive when low-income taxpayers spend a larger proportion of their income on food than high-income taxpayers.
• B)A general sales tax on food is regressive when middle income taxpayers spend a smaller proportion of their income on food than high-income taxpayers.
• C)A general sales tax on food is regressive when high-income taxpayers spend a larger proportion of their income on food than middle income taxpayers.
• D)A general sales tax on food is regressive when high-income taxpayers spend a larger proportion of their income on food than low-income taxpayers.

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Hospital Errors

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Medication Errors

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Hospitalization Costs

The expenses associated with a patient's stay in a hospital, which can include charges for medical services, room and board, tests, drugs, and other treatments.