Tax rates that place more of a burden on low- and middle-income taxpayers than on wealthier ones are called
A) marginal propensity tax rates.
B) progressive tax rates.
C) regressive tax rates.
D) nonreformist taxes.
C
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Which of the following statements about public opinion would the founders be more likely to agree with?
a. It is better for leaders to minimize the impact of public opinion and to allow citizens to influence policymakers through elections. b. It is better for leaders to allow citizens to influence policymakers than to maximize the impact of public opinion. c. Too little trust in the preferences of the people diminishes the effectiveness of government. d. Government should respond to public opinion, not shape it.
In which case did the Supreme Court first recognize the exclusionary rule, which bars the use of illegally seized evidence at trial?
a. Weeks v. U.S. b. Gideon v. Wainwright c. Furman v. Georgia-- d. Griswold v. Connecticut
What is one of the principles that make up the definition of democracy?
a. decision making by tyranny of the majority b. equal protection under the law for every individual c. opportunity for chosen representatives to participate in public decisions d. the promise of equal outcomes for all
A vegan–animal rights interest group seeking new members sends out a bumper sticker reading "I'm a Tofriend" in its latest mailing. This is an example of a __________ benefit
a. material b. efficacious c. purposive d. charismatic