Economics · 5th Year · Government and the Economy · 4.º Período
Taxation and Government Expenditure
An overview of fiscal policy, focusing on the types of taxation in Ireland and how government revenue is allocated.
NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsNCCA Economics LO 3.3NCCA Economics LO 3.4
About This Topic
An overview of fiscal policy, focusing on the types of taxation in Ireland and how government revenue is allocated.
Key Questions
- What are the differences between direct and indirect taxes?
- How does the government use the national budget to influence the economy?
- What are the principles of a fair tax system?
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