Fairness in Taxes (Progressive Taxes)

Fairness in Taxes (Progressive Taxes)

by Brenda Gonzalez

Fairness in Taxes (Progressive Taxes)

by Brenda Gonzalez

​Progressive Taxes & You

​Progressive Taxes take a larger percentage of income from individuals in high income groups than those from low income groups. Progressive taxes are based on the ability to pay.

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​Progressive Taxes & You

​Progressive Taxes takes a larger percentage of income from individuals in high income groups than from those in low income groups. Progressive taxes are based on the ability to pay.

​U.S. Tax Brackets

How does a progressive tax affect the income of the following citizens?

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Multiple Choice

Lifeguard (Head of Household): Annual Income $9,600

• 10%

• 12%

• 22%

• 35%

Multiple Choice

Mail Man (Married Filing Jointly): Annual Income $50,000

• 10%

• 12%

• 22%

• 24%

Multiple Choice

Doctor (single): Annual Income $210,000

• 15%

• 28%

• 33%

• 35%

• 25%

Multiple Choice

Rock Musician (MFJ): Annual Income $350,000

• 25%

• 28%

• 37%

• 35%

• 32%

Poll

According to the 2020-2021 Tax Brackets, do you think Progressive tax rates are fair?

• Yes, I agree with the rates.

• No, the breakdown is whack!