When tax rates go up as income increases, the tax is said to be
a. progressive.
b. broad-based.
c. ability-to-pay.
d. regressive.
e. regulatory.
A
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a. The interstate commerce clause b. The free exercise clause c. The establishment clause d. The necessary and proper clause e. None of the above
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What is the function of the appellate courts, or courts of appeal?
What will be an ideal response?
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What will be an ideal response?