When making an out-of-state purchase as is often the case when buying online), consumers are usually obligated to pay a ________________, which is usually the same rate as a sales tax. However, most consumers ignore this requirement.
A) Use tax
B) State import fee
C) Compliance tax
D) Interstate trade tax

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When making an out-of-state purchase, consumers are usually obligated to pay a use tax, which is essentially the same thing as a sales tax. However, since it is paid directly by the consumer rather than collected by the seller, many consumers ignore this requirement. The other options provided (state import fee, compliance tax, interstate trade tax) are not commonly used terms for this type of tax.

When Making an Out-Of-State Purchase as Is Often the Case