How Can the Relative Levels of Taxes Impact Relationships Between

question 53

Multiple Choice

How can the relative levels of taxes impact relationships between states?

• A) generate federal government jobs
• B) increase competition among cities and states
• C) lower budgets
• D) decrease public funding
• E) increase the Supreme Court's power

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