Q. The windfall tax is calculated:
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[A] as a fixed percentage of all profits

[B] based on the average profits over a few years

[C] as a percentage of profits exceeding a baseline level

[D] as a flat fee for all companies

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation – The windfall tax is applied only to profits that exceed a predetermined baseline or threshold, which represents typical earnings. This method targets extraordinary profits that are considered excessive or unearned, often due to external factors like market disruptions or regulatory changes.

Source: AIR

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