Theoretical Foundation of Philippine Taxation System Quiz
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What is the basis of taxation?

  • Taxes are the lifeblood of the government.
  • Taxpayers should contribute based on their ability to pay.
  • The government provides benefits to the people in the form of public services, and the people provide the funds that finance the government. (correct)
  • The government collects taxes to fund its operations.

    • What is the 'Lifeblood Doctrine' as described in the text?

  • Taxes are collected to benefit the public.
  • Taxes are the lifeblood of the government, and their prompt and certain availability are an imperious need. (correct)
  • Taxpayers should contribute based on their ability to pay.
  • The government provides benefits to the people in the form of public services.

    • According to the 'Benefit received theory' of taxation, what determines how much tax a person should pay?

  • The person's ability to pay.
  • The amount of benefit the person receives from the government. (correct)
  • The government's need for revenue.
  • The person's religious affiliation.

    • Which of the following is NOT listed as an 'Inherent limitation' on the taxation power?

    <p>Non-impairment of obligation and contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the 'Ability to pay theory' of taxation, what should determine how much tax a person pays?

    <p>The person's relative capacity to sacrifice for the support of the government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a 'Constitutional Limitation' on the taxation power?

    <p>Non-delegation of the taxing power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key aspects of Taxation as a state power?

    <p>It enforces a proportional contribution from subjects for public purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does Taxation serve as a mode of government cost distribution?

    <p>By allocating costs or burden to subjects benefited by spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about Taxation's relationship with government funding?

    <p>Government funding is a necessity for the existence of government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the exercise of powers by local government units in relation to taxation?

    <p>The national legislature imposes limits on local government taxation powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Taxation differ from other governmental powers regarding its exercise?

    <p>It requires equivalent compensation to those affected by its exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic defines Taxation's role as a legislative process?

    <p>It involves levying taxes to enforce proportional contributions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the taxation power of the State?

    <p>To enforce proportional contribution from subjects to sustain the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a similarity among the three powers of the State?

    <p>They are all ways to protect private rights and properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between taxation power and police power of the State?

    <p>Purpose of the imposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In eminent domain, who is responsible for paying just compensation for private property taken?

    <p>The government and private utilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the Constitutional and inherent limitations of police power?

    <p>Public interest and due process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes taxation power from eminent domain?

    <p>Public interest and just compensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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