The life of a tax dollar

$4 The life of a tax dollar $100 in income is made by an individual $65 is left over after personal income taxes*' $65 invested in stocks doubles to $130** $110 is left after 15% capital gains tax taken $60 is left after 45% “death tax" is collected** 1. Assuming a 35% top tax bracket 2. Assuming annual 10% stock market return average 3. Assuming maximum estate tax of 45%