MAT-144 · Topic 7 · Mastery Check

Taxes & Stocks

Four quick questions to check that Topic 7 clicked. Two multiple choice, two short calculations. Perfect score earns one substantive participation post.

Attempt 1 of 3

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Question 1 · Marginal tax rate

If your income moves into a higher tax bracket, how much of your income is taxed at the higher rate?

A. All of your income B. None of your income C. Only the portion of income above the bracket threshold D. Half of your income

Question 2 · Stock buy total cost

You buy 50 shares of a stock at $40 per share, plus a $10 commission fee. What is your total initial cost? Round to two decimals.

Enter the amount in dollars, to two decimals

Question 3 · Gain vs loss

You bought a stock for $1,000 and it is now worth $850. What is your gain or loss?

A. A gain of $850 B. A gain of $150 C. A loss of $150 D. A loss of $850

Question 4 · Take-home pay

Your gross monthly pay is $4,000. If 20% is deducted for taxes, what is your take-home pay? Round to two decimals.

Enter the amount in dollars, to two decimals

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