Ben Sprung-Keyser, Wharton assistant professor of business economics and public policy, explains his research on how the IRS can maximize revenue through audits — highlighting that audits of high-income taxpayers yield significantly greater returns and have long-term behavioral impacts that may inform smarter tax policy.
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How Audit Rates and Policy Shifts Impact IRS Effectiveness
Wharton assistant professor of business economics and public policy discusses the financial returns of IRS audits across income levels.
May 28, 2025
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