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Pea0909berry

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According to its proponents, which of the following is a benefit of the proposed national sales tax?
 
  a. Higher-income people would receive a rebate check at the beginning of each month to put toward their retirement.
  b. Those involved in illegal business activities would make a greater contribution to the legitimate economy through spending.
  c. The sales tax would, by its nature, be flat.
  d. The tax would be modestly progressive.

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Which of the following is a possible solution to the long-term problem of solvency in the Social Security program?
 
  a. Eliminate the prescription drug program for seniors.
 b. Decrease the states' financial contribution.
  c. Increase the minimum retirement age.
  d. Decrease the minimum retirement age.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 9, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c


Pea0909berry

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Reply 2 on: Jul 9, 2018
Excellent

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