Which of the following statements about a progressive tax rate structure isĀ false?

A. The federal income tax has always used a progressive rate structure.
B. Progressive rates result in greater vertical equity than a proportionate rate.
C. Progressive rates reflect the theory of the declining marginal utility of income.
D. Progressive rates increase as the tax base increases.


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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