Al Believes That SUVs Have Negative Social and Environmental Effects

question 127

Multiple Choice

Al believes that SUVs have negative social and environmental effects because of their increased carbon monoxide emissions. He proposes eliminating sales taxes on smaller automobiles in favor of higher sales taxes levied on SUVs. Al performs some calculations and comes to the conclusion that based on the current number of SUVs owned in the U.S., exactly the same amount of total sales tax will be collected under his reformed system. Which of the following concepts explains why Al's idea may not work?

• A)The ability to pay principle
• B)Horizontal equity
• C)Substitution effect
• D)Vertical equity
• E)None of the choices are correct

Understand the ethical considerations in cost accounting practices.

Comprehend the role and usage of documents in cost accounting systems (e.g., job cost sheets, material requisition slips).

Understand the distinctions between altruistic and egoistic helping behaviors.

Recognize the role of empathy in motivating helping behavior.

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Definitions:

Respiration

The process of inhaling and exhaling air to facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide within the body's cells.

Depolarized

A state in which sodium ions flow to the inside of the cell membrane, making the outside less positive. Depolarization occurs when a neuron responds to stimuli such as heat, pressure, or chemicals.

Nerve Impulse

Electrochemical messages transmitted from neurons to other neurons and effectors.

Cerebrum

The biggest section of the brain, which is in charge of voluntary muscle movement, sight, speech, taste, auditory processing, cognition, and memory.