In 1789 the percentage of the average American's income that went to pay taxes was about
A)5%. Today it is about 50%.
B)5%. Today it is about 25%.
C)50%. Today it is about 33%.
D)25%. Today it is about 33%.

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In 1789, taxes were minimal, around 5% of income. Today, the average American pays about 25% of their income in taxes, considering federal, state, and local taxes.

In 1789 the Percentage of the Average American's Income That