The state of Georgia recently increased its tax on a carton of cigarettes by $2.00.What type of tax is this?
A) A sin tax
B) An excise tax
C) It is not a tax; it is a fine
D) A sin tax and An excise tax are correct
E) None of the choices are correct

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A sin tax is a tax on goods considered harmful, like cigarettes, and an excise tax is a tax on specific goods, so both terms apply.

The State of Georgia Recently Increased Its Tax on a Carton