Suppose There Is a Simple Tax System That Says You

question 17

Essay

Suppose there is a simple tax system that says you pay 10% for income up to $10,000,25% for income between $10,000 and $50,000,and 35% for all income above $50,000.Mr.Campbell has income of $72,000.Mrs.Campbell has income of $55,000.
(A)What is Mr.Campbell's individual tax liability? Mrs.Campbell's?
(B)What is their liability if they file a joint return?
(C)Is there a marriage penalty? If so,how much is it?

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