Government Revenue and Budget Quiz
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What is the primary source of government revenue?

Taxes

What percentage of government revenue comes from taxes?

81%

What is the term used for money collected by the government from individuals or corporations?

Tax

What are the main objectives of taxation?

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Which type of tax is levied directly on individuals?

<p>Direct tax (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tax is levied on goods and services?

<p>Indirect tax (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another term used for indirect tax?

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What is the name of the government agency that collects taxes in the Philippines?

<p>Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the government agency that collects taxes on imported goods?

<p>Bureau of Customs (BOC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for a comprehensive plan outlining government revenues and expenditures for a specific period?

<p>National Budget</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a branch of government involved in the national budget process?

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What department is responsible for preparing the proposed national budget?

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What body approves or rejects the proposed national budget?

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What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that government funds are used efficiently and effectively?

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What is the primary focus of the government's spending on 'Personal Services'?

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Which category of government spending includes investments in new assets like buildings, roads, and equipment?

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What is the term used to describe the situation where government revenues exceed government expenditures?

<p>Budget surplus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the situation where government expenditures exceed government revenues?

<p>Budget deficit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary tool used by the government to manage the economy?

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What is the term used for government spending on programs related to education, healthcare, and transportation?

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Flashcards

Income Taxation

Money collected from citizens to fund government activities.

Direct Taxes

Taxes paid directly by individuals or businesses.

Indirect Taxes

Taxes collected from products or services.

Value Added Tax (VAT)

A tax on various goods and services.

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Realty Tax

A property tax on real estate.

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Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)

Agency that collects taxes within the country.

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Bureau of Customs (BOC)

Agency that collects taxes on imports.

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National Budget

A plan outlining government expenses for a fiscal year.

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Budget Deficit

When expenses exceed income.

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Budget Surplus

When income exceeds expenses.

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Department of Budget and Management (DBM)

Responsible for planning the national budget.

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Congress

Approves the national budget.

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Commission on Audit (COA)

Oversees the budget execution.

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Personal Services (PS)

Expenditures for employee salaries.

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Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE)

Expenses for utilities and operations.

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Capital Outlay (CO)

Investments in buildings and equipment.

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Government Spending Sectors

Categories of government expenditures based on focus areas.

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Road User's Tax

Tax levied on vehicle owners.

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Business Tax

Tax imposed on businesses.

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Amusement Tax

Tax on entertainment activities.

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Import Duties Tax

Tax on imported foreign goods.

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Projected Revenue

Expected income for the fiscal year.

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Detailed Spending Plans

Specific outlines for how budget funds will be used.

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Government Programs

Projects funded by the national budget.

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Fiscal Year

A year used for financial planning and budgeting.

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Government Agencies

Organizations that implement tax and budget policies.

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Tax Collection

The process of gathering taxes from citizens.

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Tax Levied

The amount charged as tax.

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Study Notes

Government Revenue

  • Government revenue comes from taxes (81%) and other sources (19%)
  • Taxes are mandatory payments to the government
  • Taxes can be levied on property, income, goods, services, or transactions

Tax Types

  • Direct taxes are imposed directly on individuals or businesses
  • Examples of direct taxes: income tax, corporate tax, wealth tax
  • Indirect taxes are imposed on goods and services
  • Examples of indirect taxes: sales tax, value-added tax (VAT), excise tax

Government Spending

  • Government budgets outline planned expenditures for a year
  • Government uses these funds for various operational activities and public services
  • Budget preparation involves estimating income and expenses
  • Budget execution involves allocating resources according to the budget
  • Various government agencies are involved in the process
  • Different categories of spending are monitored regularly

Budget Categories

  • Personal Services (PS) - funds for salaries, bonuses
  • Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE) - costs of daily operations
  • Capital Outlay (CO) - investments in assets

Budget Deficits and Surpluses

  • A budget deficit occurs when expenditures exceed income
  • A budget surplus occurs when income exceeds expenditures

Monetary Policy

  • Government's control over the money supply and credit conditions to promote economic stability

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Test your knowledge on government revenue sources and types of taxes. Explore how governments manage budgets and spending categories, including personal services and operational activities. This quiz will help you understand the financial framework of government operations.

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