An income tax is progressive if the

A) absolute amount paid as taxes varies directly with income.
B) percentage of income paid as taxes is the same regardless of the size of income.
C) percentage of income paid as taxes increases as income increases.
D) tax rate varies inversely with income.

Progressive Tax

A progressive tax is a tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount or income goes up, placing a higher burden on wealthier individuals.

Absolute Amount

A total figure or quantity without any adjustments, reductions, or modifications, representing a raw or unadjusted figure.

Tax Rate

The percentage at which an individual or corporation is taxed.