George Osborne Set Out the Case for Lower Taxes

question 20

Multiple Choice

George Osborne set out the case for lower taxes. What reasons did he give for this aim? Please select all that apply.

• A) People should be free to decide for themselves how to spend their own money
• B) Greed is good
• C) Lower taxes boost competitiveness
• D) Individuals should be more self-reliant, less dependent on the state

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