There Are at Least Five Benefits from Budgeting

question 99

Short Answer

There are at least five benefits from budgeting. Identify two of these benefits: (1) ________
(2) ________

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Definitions:

Top Marginal Rate

The highest rate of tax applied to the last and highest portion of income for taxpayers, often affecting those in the highest income brackets.

Federal Personal Income Tax

Is a tax imposed by the federal government on the income of individuals, with the amount owed based on income level, filing status, and available deductions and credits.

Budget Surplus

A budget surplus occurs when a government's revenue exceeds its expenditures during a specific fiscal period.

Public Debt

The total amount of money that a government owes to creditors, often resulting from borrowing to cover budget deficits.