The Sometimes Proposed "Flat Tax," Such as One That Takes

question 70

Multiple Choice

The sometimes proposed "flat tax," such as one that takes 15% of income at all levels of income,is an example of a(n)

• A)proportional tax.
• B)regressive tax.
• C)progressive tax.
• D)excise tax.
• E)value-added tax.

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