Which of the following is an example of a progressive tax?
A)a local property tax
B)a provincial sales tax
C)the federal income tax
D)a tax on alcohol

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A progressive tax is a tax that takes a higher percentage of income from high-income earners than from low-income earners. The federal income tax is an example of a progressive tax because it uses a tax bracket system where those with higher incomes are taxed at a higher rate than those with lower incomes.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Progressive