Which of the Following Is an Example of a Specific

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a specific tax?

• A)A yearly tax of 1 percent of the value of property owned by a citizen
• B)A 5 percent tax on total purchases by a consumer
• C)A tax of $1,000 on every man, woman, and child in the country
• D)A tax of $.15 per gallon of gasoline purchased
• E)A tax of 2 percent of the cost of placing a newspaper ad

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Definitions:

Harmful Algal Blooms

Overgrowths of algae in water that can produce dangerous toxins, negatively affecting aquatic life, pets, and people, and harming the environment.

Nitrate

A compound containing nitrogen and oxygen, commonly found in fertilizers, and can lead to environmental concerns such as water pollution and eutrophication when present in high levels.

Phosphate

A salt or ester of phosphoric acid, commonly used in fertilizers, detergents, food additives, and for water treatment.

Degradable Wastes

Wastes that can break down into less harmful components over time through biological processes.