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Question 4 • United States History and Geography

Which best defines a graduated income tax?

Answer
A
an income tax that replaces an earlier tax, such as a tariff
B
an income tax that increases with a person’s level of education
C
a tax in which higher earners pay more than lower earners
D
a tax that is scheduled to increase with time

Explanation

A graduated income tax uses income levels to determine how much tax people owe, with higher earners paying more than lower earners. It is based on income, not education level or how much time has passed, so the best definition is “a tax in which higher earners pay more than lower earners.”

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