Practice mode Income Inequality

What is the greatest advantage of a negative income tax?

Correct answer D. It generates a smaller disincentive to work than most alternative anti-poverty policies

Explanation

Under a negative income tax, payments are withdrawn gradually as earnings rise, so working more always leaves a person better off. Many traditional benefits are withdrawn far more steeply.

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