Murtaza Started Working for AECL in 2001

question 73

Multiple Choice

Murtaza started working for AECL in 2001. His pay in 2002 was $64 464. His compensation in 2012 was $128 928 (which is double the compensation he received in 2002) . Using Table 3.3 in the book, calculate his change in federal income tax, assuming that this table was also applicable in 2002.

• A) $11 192.59
• B) $27 115.23
• C) $28 420.65
• D) $15 922.64
• E) $17 228.06

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Definitions:

CS

An abbreviation for Conditioned Stimulus, an initially neutral stimulus that, after being paired with an unconditioned stimulus, triggers a conditioned response.

Ventromedial Amygdala

A region in the amygdala involved in emotional processes, including fear and aggression.

Basolateral Amygdala

Part of the brain's limbic system, involved in processing emotions and memory, and plays a critical role in response to stress and fear.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobes of the brain, involved in complex behaviors including planning, decision making, and moderating social behavior.