As national income increases, tax revenues increase and transfer payments decrease.

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As national income increases, tax revenues typically increase because individuals and businesses earn more, leading to higher income tax and corporate tax collections. Simultaneously, transfer payments (such as unemployment benefits and welfare) generally decrease because more people are employed and fewer qualify for these benefits, reducing government spending in this area.

As National Income Increases, Tax Revenues Increase and Transfer Payments