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Informationen zum Autor David A. Dieterle , PhD, is professor of economics at Walsh College and lecturer in economics at University of Michigan–Flint. Klappentext This engaging and accessible book is a must-read for every taxpayer, young and old. It explores the many forms of taxation; how taxes are created, collected, and spent; and why certain aspects of taxation are so controversial."In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." Benjamin Franklin wrote this now-famous quote more than 200 years ago, and taxation remains just as important (and inevitable) today as then. Taxes are a fact of life for almost everyone, and the public goods and services they pay for are enjoyed by all citizens. While taxes are undeniably necessary, the specifics of what should be taxed, who should pay taxes, and at what rate remain hotly debated by economists, government officials, and regular citizens. The first in Greenwood's new Student Guides to Business and Economics series, Taxation gives readers an in-depth yet reader-friendly look at one of economics' foundational concepts. Using simple language and relevant real-world examples, the book explores the different forms of taxation, the necessary components of any tax, how taxes are created and collected, and much more. It also highlights contemporary controversies related to taxation, including whether or not "sin taxes" actually discourage unwanted behaviors like smoking and how best to simplify the tax filing process. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface Acknowledgments Introduction: History of Taxation Chronology Chapter 1 Taxation, the Price We Pay Chapter 2 The Basics of Taxation Chapter 3 Components of a Tax Chapter 4 The Making of a "Good" Tax Chapter 5 Role of Taxation in Our Economy: U.S. Agencies and Institutions Chapter 6 The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Common Tax Forms Chapter 7 Congress and the Laws of Taxation Chapter 8 Taxation and the Presidency Chapter 9 The Supreme Court and the Legality of Taxes Chapter 10 Major Controversies Regarding Taxation Chapter 11 The People behind Taxation Conclusion: Future Issues of Taxation Questions for Further Exploration Bibliography Index ...
