EBK ECONOMICS
EBK ECONOMICS
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ISBN: 8220101443649
Author: KRUGMAN
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 18, Problem 1BCQ
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Concept Introduction:

Tax Policy: Tax policy refers to the taxes made applicable by the government in a country. Tax policy stands for the decisions taken by the government regarding the tax rate to apply, on whom to apply and what taxes to make applicable.

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  • In the present case, it is given that Norway has a tax policy of higher taxes than the United States.
  • Norway is a welfare state which provides the insurance for unemployed people of its country which is financed by charging higher rates of taxes from the entrepreneurs.
  • The entrepreneurs who pay higher taxes to provide for insurance are also financed by the government if they see a fall in their business.
  • On the other hand, in the United States, the benefits provided to the citizens are not as high as Norway and are for a limited period of time.
  • The benefit is provided to an unemployed person, the reason for their unemployment should be proved to be genuine and the person should be looking for a job.

Conclusion:

Thus, Norway has a higher tax policy than United States because it is a welfare state.

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