In a Unitary System of Government

question 47

Multiple Choice

In a unitary system of government,

• A)power is divided among all levels of government.
• B)the central government is weak and the subgovernments are powerful.
• C)power is dispersed to the subgovernments in the constitution.
• D)subgovernments exercise only those powers granted by the central government.

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Definitions:

Taxes Collected

The total amount of money received by a government from individuals, corporations, and other entities as compulsory charges imposed on income, property, sales, etc., for public financing.

Equity

The concept of fairness in economics, which can refer to the distribution of wealth, income, or resources within a society.

Efficiency

The optimal use of resources to achieve the desired ends with minimal waste or expense; often relates to economic efficiency where resources are allocated in a way that maximizes the net benefit to society.

Tax System

The structured method and principles a government uses to collect taxes from individuals and businesses, which can vary in complexity and types of taxes imposed.