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4.3.5.2b - distinction between progressive, proportional and regressive taxes

Syllabus
2018
Objective
4.3.5.2
Level
A2

b - distinction between progressive, proportional and regressive taxes

The distinction between progressive, proportional and regressive taxes.

Use b - distinction between progressive, proportional and regressive taxes to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because b - distinction between progressive, proportional and regressive taxes determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply b - distinction between progressive, proportional and regressive taxes to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: b - distinction between progressive, proportional and regressive taxes is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.

ConceptA-Level Edexcel Economics A2