Which of the Following Is a Justification for Taxes

question 167

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a justification for taxes?

• A)the ability-to-pay principle
• B)the progressive tax principle
• C)the proportional tax principle
• D)the regressive tax principle
• E)the desire of the government to spend more funds

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Definitions:

Act Deontology

Ethical theory suggesting actions are morally right or wrong based on adherence to specific rules, rather than consequences.

Moral Principles

Fundamental beliefs regarding right and wrong that guide behavior and decision-making processes.

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory suggesting that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, usually defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.