GED Social Studies

Comprehensive study of GED social studies covering fundamental concepts and advanced applications.

Foundations of U.S. GovernmentEconomic Basics and SystemsGeography and Human-Environment Interaction
Civil Rights and Social MovementsGovernment Policy and the EconomyInterpreting Historical Documents and Data
Voting and Civic ParticipationEvaluating News and MediaUnderstanding Taxes and Public Services
Reading for Key DetailsUsing Process of Elimination
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Practical Applications

Understanding Taxes and Public Services

Where Does Your Money Go?

Taxes are payments citizens make to the government. This money funds public services like schools, roads, police, and parks.

Types of Taxes

  • Income Tax: On the money you earn.
  • Sales Tax: Added to things you buy.
  • Property Tax: On homes and land.

Why Pay Taxes?

Taxes support services that everyone uses, making communities safer and healthier.

Examples

  • Using a public library that is funded by local taxes.

  • Seeing new sidewalks being built with city tax money.

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