The Role of Government in the Economy
How the Australian government provides services and manages the economy through taxes.
Key Questions
- 1Why do we pay taxes and what does the government do with the money?
- 2How does the government support people who are unable to work?
- 3What are some examples of public goods provided by the government?
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