Comparing Gender Differences in Average Education with Differences in Average

question 9

Multiple Choice

Comparing gender differences in average education with differences in average income,we found

• A)large and significant gender differences in education but no difference in income.
• B)no significant gender difference on either variable.
• C)large and significant gender differences in income but no difference in education.
• D)large and significant gender differences in both education and income.

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Definitions:

Joint Taxable Income

The total taxable income jointly reported by a married couple or partners filing a combined tax return.

Tax Owed

The total amount of tax liability that an individual or business is obligated to pay to a taxing authority.

Progressive Tax System

A tax that increases as income increases; the percentage or rate increases.

Income

The money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments.