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Reminder Round all answers to two decimal places unless otherwise indicated.
Marginal Tax Rate Let
a. Explain the meaning of the marginal tax rate in practical terms.
b. The marginal tax rate is normally given as a percentage. Explain in practical terms what a marginal tax rate of
c. You are offered a payment of
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