Question

what do critics say about progressive tax systems? 1 they discriminate against those with low incomes. 2 they discriminate against those with high incomes. 3 they discriminate based on gender.

Explanation:

A progressive tax system imposes higher tax rates on higher incomes. Critics of such systems often argue that they unfairly target (discriminate against) those with high incomes, as they pay a larger proportion of their income in taxes. Option 1 is incorrect because progressive taxes are more favorable to low - income earners (they pay a smaller proportion or even no tax in some cases). Option 3 is incorrect as progressive tax systems are not based on gender.

Answer:

1. They discriminate against those with high incomes.