Question

A tax paid on the wages and salaries of employees.

Answer 1

The tax you are referring to is typically known as **income tax**. In many countries, this tax is withheld from employees' wages and salaries by employers and sent to the government on behalf of the employee. This is often referred to as **pay-as-you-earn (PAYE)** or **withholding tax**. Additionally, there may also be payroll taxes, which can include contributions to social security, Medicare, or similar programs, depending on the jurisdiction.