What are taxes
A sum of money demanded by a government to
support the government
What is a community
• a group of people with
common interests and concern
for the common good
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What are the benefits of taxes
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What is federal income tax
• Earned and unearned income
• Higher income = more tax paid
What is state income tax
• Those living in states with a state income
tax
• Not all states have a state income tax
What is a payroll tax
• A set percentage of earned income
• Deducted out of paycheck (except for
self-
• Individuals who earn income from
working for pay
• Employers
How do employers contribute to payroll
taxes?
Employers pay it
What is a property tax?
a tax on property, such as land, buildings
(including homes), and motor vehicles
What is a sales tax?
tax on purchased goods and services
What is an excise tax?
taxes collected from the seller or retailer and as such
often remain hidden in the price of a produce or service
What are the two most important things to
know about taxes?
Taxes play a role in both earning
and spending