Asked by hennebry waters on May 06, 2024

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​Karole's income rises from $50,000 to $75,000 and her income tax increases from $8,000 to $9,500.Her average tax rate is 6%.

Average Tax Rate

The proportion of total income that is paid as tax.

Income Tax

A tax levied by a government directly on income, especially an annual tax on personal income.

  • Calculate and understand average and marginal tax rates.
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Suheyl GodinezMay 13, 2024
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False
Explanation :
Karole's average tax rate after the increase is calculated by dividing the total tax paid ($9,500) by her new income ($75,000), which equals 12.67%, not 6%.