Which of the Following Is Not a Criteria Considered by the Supreme

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a criteria considered by the Supreme Court when it evaluates the constitutionality of a state tax affecting interstate commerce?

• A)whether the tax is on an activity that has substantial nexus with the taxing state
• B)the amount of the tax
• C)whether the taxed business or individual faces the possibility of a double tax in another state
• D)whether the tax is fairly related to services provided by the taxing state

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Definitions:

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