progressive tax
Definition
A tax system in which those who earn higher incomes pay a higher percentage of their income than those with lower incomes. A graduated tax is one example.
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regressive tax, flat tax, tax rate
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fiscal drag, luxury tax, proportional tax, regressive tax, marginal tax rate
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