Which of the Following Is an Example of an Excise

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an excise tax?

• A)a tax on the wages that a firm pays its workers
• B)a tax on tobacco
• C)a tax on corporate profits
• D)the portion of federal income taxes earmarked to pay for Social Security and Medicare

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Definitions:

Herring Gull Chicks

The young of herring gulls, a species of large seabirds known for their adaptability and varied diet.

Tinbergen

Refers to Nikolaas Tinbergen, a biologist known for his foundational work in animal behavior and ethology.

Natural Selection

The process by which genetic variations advantageous for survival and reproduction are preserved over generations, shaping species.

Evolution

A process through which species undergo changes over time due to genetic variation and natural selection.