What Is the Major Difference Between a Sales Tax and an Excise

question 36

Multiple Choice

What is the major difference between a sales tax and an excise tax?

• A) Sales taxes are levied by state governments, while excise taxes are levied only by the federal government.
• B) Sales taxes are imposed on the purchase of a wide variety of items, while excise taxes are imposed on the purchase of a few specific items.
• C) Sales taxes must be collected by the seller, while excise taxes must be paid directly by the purchaser.
• D) Sales taxes are imposed on the purchase of tangible goods, while excise taxes are imposed on the purchase of services.

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Definitions:

Preconventional Moral Reasoning

The first level in Kohlberg's theory of moral development, where moral reasoning is based on external consequences to the individual, such as punishment or reward.

Conventional Moral Reasoning

Conventional moral reasoning is the second level in Kohlberg's theory of moral development, where individuals make moral decisions based on societal rules and the expectations of others.

Conventional Moral Reasoning

A level of moral development where individuals make judgments based on conformity to conventional standards of right and wrong.

Autonomous Morality

A stage in moral development where individuals begin to understand that rules and norms are created by people and can be questioned, leading to personal sets of ethical beliefs.