### Question
What is the definition of applicable percentage?


### Answer
The definition of **applicable percentage** is as follows in *26 U.S.C. § 45S*:

> 12.5 percent increased (but not above 25 percent) by 0.25 percentage points for each percentage point by which the rate of payment (as described under subsection (c)(1)(B)) exceeds 50 percent

#### Citation:
  - *26 U.S.C. § 45S*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-Income Taxes > CHAPTER 1-NORMAL TAXES AND SURTAXES > Subchapter A-Determination of Tax Liability > PART IV-CREDITS AGAINST TAX > Subpart D-Business Related Credits**

