Some policymakers have proposed giving parents of children in poorly performing schools tax dollars to help send their children to private schools.This proposal is an example of
A) vouchers.
B) public provision.
C) external costs.
D) taxes.
E) correcting an externality using a government good.

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The proposal of giving tax dollars to parents to use for private school tuition is known as a voucher system. Vouchers are a type of school choice program that allow families to use public education funding to pay for private school tuition. This proposal is aimed at improving education outcomes for students in poorly performing schools by increasing competition and educational choice.

Some Policymakers Have Proposed Giving Parents of Children in Poorly