How Are "Stealth Taxes" Justified and How Are They Structured

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Essay

How are "stealth taxes" justified and how are they structured?

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Definitions:

Gross Margin

The difference between sales revenue and the cost of goods sold, showing the profitability of sales before other operating expenses are deducted.

Cost of Goods

The total direct costs attributable to the production of goods sold by a company, including materials and labor.

Cost of Goods Manufactured

The aggregate expense of finished goods within a certain timeframe, encompassing materials, workforce, and indirect costs.

Work in Process Inventory

Inventory at various stages of production, not yet completed but undergoing manufacturing processes.