When an Organization Faces Constrained Resources, There Are Several Ways

question 17

Essay

When an organization faces constrained resources, there are several ways to either relax the constraint or maximize the use of it. List two actions an organization could take to minimize the effects of a constraint or to relax it.

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Definitions:

Lump-Sum Tax

A taxation method that imposes a fixed amount on the taxpayer irrespective of their circumstances.

Marginal Tax Rate

The tax rate that applies to the next dollar of taxable income earned, indicating the proportion of an additional dollar of income that is paid in tax.

Average Tax Rate

The proportion of total income that is paid as taxes, calculated by dividing the total amount of taxes paid by the taxpayer's total income.

Horizontal Equity

The principle that individuals with similar income or assets should pay the same amount in taxes.