Which of the Following Statements About Tax Rate Structures Is

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about tax rate structures is true?

• A)Regressive rate structures are illegal in the United States.
• B)A tax with a graduated rate structure must be either regressive or progressive.
• C)A proportionate rate structure is the only structure resulting in vertical equity.
• D)None of the above is true.

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