Suppose John earns $10,000 and James earns $200,000. Which of the following statements is false concerning their Social Security taxes?

A. Both will pay a Social Security tax.
B. John will pay Social Security tax on all of his income.
C. James will pay Social Security tax on the majority of her income.
D. James will pay Social Security tax at a higher average rate than will John.


D. James will pay Social Security tax at a higher average rate than will John.

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