SOLUTION: What is the effective tax rate for an individual whose taxable income is $150,000 and owes $28,977.50 in taxes? A. 19.3% B. 20.3% C. 22.5% D. 24.2% E. 25.0%

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Question 1185192: What is the effective tax rate for an individual whose taxable income is $150,000 and owes $28,977.50 in taxes?
A. 19.3%
B. 20.3%
C. 22.5%
D. 24.2%
E. 25.0%

Answer by ikleyn(52788) About Me  (Show Source):
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To find the tax percentage, divide the smaller number by the greater number; then multiply the quotient by 100.

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