The Act of Attempting to Prevent an Unwanted Action by Threatening

question 2

Short Answer

The act of attempting to prevent an unwanted action by threatening punishment orretaliation on the instigator if the act takes place is known as ___________.

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Definitions:

Excise Tax

A tax charged on specific goods and services, such as tobacco and alcohol, often imposed to discourage their use or to generate revenue.

Sales

The exchange of a commodity for money; the action of selling something.

Quota

A limit placed on the quantity of a specific good that can be imported or exported during a given timeframe, usually to protect domestic industries.

Excise Tax

A type of tax charged on specific goods, services, and activities, often with the intention of reducing their consumption or generating revenue.