What Was the MOST Common Form of Taxation During the Colonial

question 94

Multiple Choice

What was the MOST common form of taxation during the colonial era?

• A)the income tax
• B)taxes on commercial products and activities
• C)the animal head tax
• D)taxes for use of governmental services and lands

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