One Argument Against the GST Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

One argument against the GST is:

• A)that it allows the government to choose what people should and shouldn't buy
• B)that poor people spend a higher proportion of their income on food, so it will affect them disproportionately
• C)that rich people spend a higher proportion of their money overseas, so it won't affect them enough
• D)that it is too regressive in nature

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Definitions:

Taxes

Compulsory contributions to state revenue, levied by the government on workers' income and business profits or added to the cost of some goods, services, and transactions.

Economic Efficiency

A situation where resources are utilized in such a manner that maximizes the satisfaction of needs and wants with minimal waste or inefficiency.

Public Good

A public good is a commodity or service that is made available to all members of a society, typically free of charge, funded by taxes, and characterized by non-excludability and non-rivalry.

Information Problems

Challenges encountered due to the lack of complete or accurate information, leading to suboptimal decisions and market failures.