A Reduction in the Tax Rate on Income from Saving

question 19

Multiple Choice

A reduction in the tax rate on income from saving would

• A)most directly benefit the poor in the short run.
• B)increase real wages over time.
• C)decrease the capital stock over time.
• D)decrease productivity over time.

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