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Which of the following best describes why paying taxes is important in Australia?
Answer: It helps fund essential services such as healthcare and education
$2.99 to unlock practice modeIt is an optional contribution citizens make to the government
It helps fund essential services such as healthcare and education
It is only necessary for people earning more than a certain amount
It is used solely to fund the monarchy
Chapter: Australia’s democratic beliefs, rights and liberties
Paying tax is another important way you directly contribute to the Australian community and is required by law. Taxes are spent on services including government-funded healthcare and education.
- Our Common Bond (pdf version),
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