Which One of the Following Statements Is True

question 137

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is true?

• A) In a proportional tax system, the marginal tax rate always exceeds the average tax rate.
• B) In a proportional tax system, the average tax rate always exceeds the marginal tax rate.
• C) The U.S. Social Security tax is proportional.
• D) The U.S. Social Security tax is regressive.

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