Fiscal Policy: Taxes — Quiz Answers

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Property taxes are usually determined based on

A
the earnings generated by the property.
B
the amount of money invested in the property.
C
the property owner's income.
D
the value of the property.
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Which of these best describes income tax?

A
regressive tax
B
direct tax
C
indirect tax
D
proportional tax
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Under a contractionary taxation policy, the government can reduce the deficit by

A
increasing spending.
B
increasing inflation.
C
reducing taxes.
D
increasing taxes.
4

How is an excise tax different from a sales tax?

A
An excise tax is an indirect tax.
B
An excise tax applies to specific products.
C
An excise tax applies only to imported goods.
D
An excise tax is not deductible.
5

Which best describes how expansionary policies can facilitate economic growth?

A
They increase disposable income.
B
They prompt decreased demand.
C
They help reduce consumer debt.
D
They inspire consumer confidence.
6

If expansionary taxation policies encourage growth, are they always appropriate to implement?

A
Yes, the private sector can easily and affordably replace all services and facilities cut by the government.
B
No, government services could encourage growth but other practices could be more effective based on the economic situation.
C
No, the government is capable of providing many but not all services individuals and businesses need.
D
Yes, the government will still ensure that individuals and businesses continue to receive all necessary services.
7

A sales tax is a type of

A
progressive tax.
B
direct tax.
C
proportional tax.
D
indirect tax.
8

Which best explains how contractionary policies can hamper economic growth?

A
They reduce disposable income.
B
They can increase inflation.
C
They reduce taxes which raises deficits.
D
They increase consumer demand.
9

Which of these is most likely the US government’s aim in taxing imported goods?

A
to protect domestic businesses
B
to end reliance on foreign goods
C
to make US markets less desirable
D
to decrease international trade
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Under an expansionary taxation policy, the government tries to stimulate economic growth by

A
reducing spending.
B
reducing taxes.
C
reducing deficits.
D
reducing demand.

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