A Theory of Fairness That Holds That Taxpayers Should Contribute

question 29

Multiple Choice

A theory of fairness that holds that taxpayers should contribute to the government in ________ the benefits they receive from public expenditures is the benefits-received principle.

• A) a greater proportion than
• B) a smaller proportion than
• C) proportion to
• D) The benefits-received principle does not equate taxpayer contributions to the government and benefits received from public expenditure.

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Definitions:

Assignment

The conveyance of ownership or entitlements between two parties.

Delegation

The act of transferring authority or responsibility from one person to another, typically within organizational or governmental contexts.

Personal

Relating to private aspects of a person's life, including personal interests, relationships, and belongings.

Lawsuit

A legal action taken by one party against another in a court of law, often to seek redress or compensation for a perceived wrong.