In the Logic of Consumption Taxation, Business Purchases Are Exempt

question 9

Multiple Choice

In the logic of consumption taxation, business purchases are exempt in retail sales taxation. Which of the following is not a reason for that exemption?

• A) Taxes should normally avoid distorting business decisions.
• B) The tax is designed to place a uniform rate on household consumption expenditures.
• C) Taxes ought not discourage economic development.
• D) None of the above-all are reasons for exemption.

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