At the end of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the term taxation and outline the purpose of a tax system​
  2. Understand the reasons for paying taxes​
  3. Outline the types of taxes collected by the Revenue Commissioners from individuals and businesses​
  4. Identify the main areas of government income (revenue) and expenditure​.

Resources

Module resources are available individually in the links below or in a zipped bundle on the blue download button. 

  • Student Activity Worksheets

    Student Activity Worksheet 1

    Student Activity Worksheet 2

    Gross Tax Calculations Worksheet

    Net Tax Calculations Worksheet

    Quiz Worksheet

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