Percent of Income Worksheet

1. In 1957, what percentage of income was paid in federal and state taxes?

    

2. In 1997, what percentage of income was paid in federal and state taxes?

    

3. Why do you think that percentage of taxes that individuals must pay has increased?

    

4. Why would taxes increase during a time of war?

    

5. Do you think income tax is fair? Why or why not?

    

6. What is another method of obtaining funds that governments can use instead of levying taxes?