An Alien from Outer Space Was Just Captured

question 22

Multiple Choice

An alien from outer space was just captured. Scientists take turns examining the creature. At a press conference, one of the scientists reports that the alien can hear frequencies between 10,000 and 30,000 Hz. How does the alien's ability to detect sound compare to a human being's ability?

• A) The alien and humans detect the same frequencies.
• B) Humans can detect higher frequencies than the alien.
• C) The alien can detect higher frequencies, but its hearing is not as acute at lower frequencies.
• D) Humans can detect higher frequencies; however, the alien detects lower frequencies better than humans.

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Definitions:

Marginal Tax Rate

The marginal tax rate is the rate at which the last dollar of income is taxed, reflecting the proportion of additional income that is paid in taxes.

Progressive Tax

A tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount or income goes up, making it proportionately higher for wealthier individuals or entities.

Individual Income

The total earnings received by an individual from all sources, including wages, investments, and other forms of compensation.

Marginal Tax Rate

Refers to the rate at which the last dollar of income is taxed, indicating how much tax will be paid on an additional dollar of income.