Australian Taxation System Test

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Question 1 of 51

1. Question

Which organisation is responsible for managing Australia’s tax and superannuation systems? Single Choice

Reserve Bank of Australia
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Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Australian Taxation Office
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Department of Finance
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Question 2 of 51

2. Question

Which of the following is an example of a federal tax? Single Choice

Land tax
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Payroll tax
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Goods and Services Tax (GST)
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Council rates
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Question 3 of 51

3. Question

In the Australian tax system, who typically collects and remits PAYG withholding? Single Choice

Employees
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Employers
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The ATO
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Accountants
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Question 4 of 51

4. Question

What is the main reason governments collect taxes? Single Choice

To control business competition
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To fund public services and infrastructure
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To reduce population growth
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To discourage exports
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Question 5 of 51

5. Question

Which of the following describes ‘assessable income’? Single Choice

Income that is tax-free
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All income that can be taxed
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Income from investments only
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Gross income minus deductions
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Question 6 of 51

6. Question

Which of the following is a correct example of a business deduction? Single Choice

Personal groceries
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Business advertising costs
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Home mortgage repayments
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Private vehicle registration
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Question 7 of 51

7. Question

Under Australian law, what is the current purpose of a Tax File Number (TFN)? Single Choice

To identify a person for tax and super purposes
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To access Medicare benefits
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To register to vote
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To open a bank account only
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Question 8 of 51

8. Question

Which business structure is a separate legal entity that pays its own income tax? Single Choice

Sole trader
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Partnership
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Company
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Trust
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Question 9 of 51

9. Question

Which of the following is paid to fund Australia’s public health system? Single Choice

Medicare levy
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Goods and Services Tax
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Payroll tax
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Capital gains tax
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Question 10 of 51

10. Question

If an individual pays more tax than they owe during the year, what happens when they lodge their return? Single Choice

They must pay a penalty
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They will receive a refund from the ATO
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Their tax file number is suspended
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Their next year’s tax rate increases
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Question 11 of 51

11. Question

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Australian Taxation Office (ATO)? Single Choice

Issuing driver’s licences
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Managing and enforcing tax legislation
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Setting interest rates
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Providing social security benefits
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Question 12 of 51

12. Question

Which of the following statements about GST is TRUE? Single Choice

It applies to all products, including fresh food
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It is collected by the states and territories
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It is currently set at 10% on most goods and services
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It is paid only by companies
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Question 13 of 51

13. Question

Which of the following income types is NOT taxed in Australia? Single Choice

Salary or wages
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Lottery winnings
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Capital gains
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Dividends
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Question 14 of 51

14. Question

When must a business make superannuation contributions for employees? Single Choice

When employees earn $450 or more per month (before tax)
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Only for full-time employees
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Only when requested by employees
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When profits exceed $100,000
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Question 15 of 51

15. Question

Which of the following correctly defines ‘negative gearing’? Single Choice

Earning interest on savings
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When expenses on an investment exceed the income it produces
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When a person invests only in property
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When income is not subject to tax
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Question 16 of 51

16. Question

What is the role of a Business Activity Statement (BAS)? Single Choice

To record business stock levels
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To report GST, PAYG, and other tax obligations
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To apply for government loans
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To summarise profit and loss
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Question 17 of 51

17. Question

Which of the following is a local government tax? Single Choice

Payroll tax
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Land tax
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Property rates
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Stamp duty
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Question 18 of 51

18. Question

If a small business underpays its tax, what is the likely outcome? Single Choice

The business receives a refund
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The ATO may issue penalties or interest
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The tax debt is automatically cancelled
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The ATO increases the GST rate
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Question 19 of 51

19. Question

Which of the following best describes ‘salary sacrifice’? Single Choice

Choosing to receive wages in cash
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Exchanging part of a salary for non-cash benefits
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Refusing to pay tax on overtime
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Making voluntary donations through payroll
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Question 20 of 51

20. Question

What is the key benefit of the Australian tax system’s progressive rate structure? Single Choice

Everyone pays the same percentage of income
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Higher earners contribute a larger share to public revenue
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Businesses avoid paying tax
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It lowers all tax rates automatically each year
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Question 21 of 51

21. Question

Which of the following describe key purposes of taxation in Australia? Multiple Answers

Funding public infrastructure and services
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Promoting equity across income levels
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Increasing inflation to stimulate demand
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Discouraging harmful behaviours through excise taxes
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Question 22 of 51

22. Question

A fair taxation system should be: Multiple Answers

Efficient – minimal economic distortion
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Equitable – based on ability to pay
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Arbitrary – adjusted individually without policy
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Transparent – clear and predictable
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Question 23 of 51

23. Question

Which taxes are collected at the state or territory level? Multiple Answers

Payroll tax
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Stamp duty
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Land tax
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Capital gains tax
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Question 24 of 51

24. Question

A taxpayer is comparing their 2024–25 income to last year’s. They want to minimise liability ethically. Which strategies are legitimate? Multiple Answers

Claiming eligible work-related deductions
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Under-reporting secondary income
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Salary sacrificing for approved benefits
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Contributing extra to superannuation
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Question 25 of 51

25. Question

An employee notices that extra tax was withheld from their pay during the year. Which possible outcomes might occur when lodging their tax return? Multiple Answers

They receive a refund
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Their tax debt increases
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Their return is reviewed by the ATO
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Their TFN is cancelled
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Question 26 of 51

26. Question

Which of the following count as assessable income for an individual? Multiple Answers

Salary and wages
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Rental income
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Child support payments
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Dividends from Australian companies
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Question 27 of 51

27. Question

Which are valid examples of tax deductions for an employed person? Multiple Answers

Union fees
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Personal groceries
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Protective clothing required for work
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Work-related travel between job sites
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Question 28 of 51

28. Question

A small business owner wants to remain compliant with their taxation obligations. Which actions demonstrate good practice? Multiple Answers

Lodging BAS statements by the due date
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Keeping financial records for at least five years
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Claiming all expenses, even personal ones, to reduce income
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Seeking advice from a registered tax agent
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Question 29 of 51

29. Question

Which of the following may appear on a Business Activity Statement (BAS)? Multiple Answers

Goods and Services Tax (GST)
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Pay As You Go (PAYG) instalments
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Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) liabilities
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Employee leave balances
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Question 30 of 51

30. Question

In what ways does the ATO support taxpayer compliance? Multiple Answers

Providing online tools and calculators
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Conducting education campaigns
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Offering income-matching programs
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Imposing automatic fines without notice
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Question 31 of 51

31. Question

Which statements about the Tax File Number (TFN) are TRUE? Multiple Answers

It remains the same for life
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It is needed to lodge a tax return
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It can be publicly shared without risk
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It helps link income to super contributions
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Question 32 of 51

32. Question

Which of the following illustrate the impact of taxation on wellbeing? Multiple Answers

Tax revenue funds education and healthcare
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Income tax ensures everyone pays the same amount
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Environmental taxes promote sustainable practices
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Road funding supports safer transport for citizens
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Question 33 of 51

33. Question

A self-employed designer operates as a sole trader. Their tax obligations include: Multiple Answers

Registering for an ABN
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Reporting income on their personal return
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Paying company tax rates
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Paying GST if their turnover exceeds the threshold
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Question 34 of 51

34. Question

Which of the following could cause a tax underpayment? Multiple Answers

Failing to declare freelance income
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Incorrect PAYG withholding by an employer
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Not lodging a BAS on time
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Claiming legitimate deductions
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Question 35 of 51

35. Question

When determining tax liability, individuals must consider: Multiple Answers

Total assessable income
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Allowable deductions
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The current ATO tax rate tables
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Unreported cash payments only
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Question 36 of 51

36. Question

Which options are valid methods for lodging a personal tax return? Multiple Answers

Online via myTax
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Through a registered tax agent
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By completing a paper form
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By posting income details to your employer
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Question 37 of 51

37. Question

Superannuation contributions made by an employer must be: Multiple Answers

Paid at least quarterly
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Transferred to a complying super fund
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Reported electronically via SuperStream
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Paid only to full-time staff
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Question 38 of 51

38. Question

A business that fails to meet its superannuation obligations may face: Multiple Answers

A superannuation guarantee charge
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Penalties and interest from the ATO
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Criminal prosecution in severe cases
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Automatic cancellation of the business ABN
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Question 39 of 51

39. Question

Which sources can individuals or businesses use to stay informed about taxation updates? Multiple Answers

Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website
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Registered accountants and tax agents
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Professional associations such as The Tax Institute
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Unverified social media groups
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Question 40 of 51

40. Question

Why might taxation knowledge be important for financial literacy? Multiple Answers

It supports accurate budgeting and planning
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It helps individuals understand legal obligations
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It enables avoidance of all taxation
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It allows informed decision-making about work and investment
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Question 41 of 51

41. Question

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Taxation is money that people and businesses must pay to BLANK 1 of 1 to fund services and infrastructure for the community.

Taxation is money that people and businesses must pay to Fill in the blank 1 of 1 to fund services and infrastructure for the community.

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Question 42 of 51

42. Question

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The Australian Taxation Office, or BLANK 1 of 1, is responsible for managing the national tax and superannuation systems.

The Australian Taxation Office, or Fill in the blank 1 of 1 , is responsible for managing the national tax and superannuation systems.

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Question 43 of 51

43. Question

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A BLANK 1 of 1 tax system means that individuals who earn more income pay a higher rate of tax.

A Fill in the blank 1 of 1 tax system means that individuals who earn more income pay a higher rate of tax.

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Question 44 of 51

44. Question

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An BLANK 1 of 1 is an individual or organisation who provides expert advice and assistance in preparing and lodging tax returns.

An Fill in the blank 1 of 1 is an individual or organisation who provides expert advice and assistance in preparing and lodging tax returns.

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Question 45 of 51

45. Question

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BLANK 1 of 1 income refers to all income that can be taxed, such as wages, interest, dividends, and rent.

Fill in the blank 1 of 1 income refers to all income that can be taxed, such as wages, interest, dividends, and rent.

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Question 46 of 51

46. Question

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A BLANK 1 of 1 is an expense or cost that can be subtracted from taxable income to reduce the total amount of tax owed.

A Fill in the blank 1 of 1 is an expense or cost that can be subtracted from taxable income to reduce the total amount of tax owed.

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Question 47 of 51

47. Question

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The money collected through taxation is used to fund essential public BLANK 1 of 1 such as education, health, and transport.

The money collected through taxation is used to fund essential public Fill in the blank 1 of 1 such as education, health, and transport.

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Question 48 of 51

48. Question

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Employers are legally required to pay a percentage of an employee’s earnings into their BLANK 1 of 1 fund for retirement savings.

Employers are legally required to pay a percentage of an employee’s earnings into their Fill in the blank 1 of 1 fund for retirement savings.

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Question 49 of 51

49. Question

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BLANK 1 of 1 income refers to the total amount a person earns before any deductions or taxes are applied.

Fill in the blank 1 of 1 income refers to the total amount a person earns before any deductions or taxes are applied.

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Question 50 of 51

50. Question

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If a person pays more tax than required during the year, they may receive a BLANK 1 of 1 from the Australian Taxation Office after lodging their return.

If a person pays more tax than required during the year, they may receive a Fill in the blank 1 of 1 from the Australian Taxation Office after lodging their return.

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Question 51 of 51

51. Question

Match the Term to the Definition