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Assume That Jamal Is a Single Parent Who Is in Poverty

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Assume that Jamal is a single parent who is in poverty. He receives food stamps and Medicaid. For every $100 that he earns, Jamal loses $35 in food stamps and $20 in Medicaid benefits. Also, Jamal's income is taxed at a rate of 10%. Then, Jamal's total tax rate is


A) 45 percent
B) 55 percent
C) 65 percent
D) 70 percent

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