1040s are much simpler than other taxes. Let's look at sales tax. Imagine you stop by my corner store and pick up a can of Coke, a bottle of beer, a pack of tam

1040s are much simpler than other taxes. Let's look at sales tax. Imagine you stop by my corner store and pick up a can of Coke, a bottle of beer, a pack of tampons, and a pair of gloves. The respective tax rates will be 8%, 10.25%, 0%, and 6%.