Under a progressive tax structure, the marginal income tax rate rises and the average tax rate decreases as personal income falls.

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Under a progressive tax structure, the marginal income tax rate rises as personal income increases, meaning individuals with higher incomes pay a higher rate on their income. Conversely, the average tax rate may increase with income, but it does not necessarily decrease as income falls.

Under a Progressive Tax Structure, the Marginal Income Tax Rate