Why does an excise tax on gasoline exist? Check all that apply.

1. to make gasoline prices more competitive

2. to provide funding for healthcare services and education

3. to discourage travel by automobile by making gasoline more expensive

4. to fund highway repairs and other special projects

5. to discourage the use of alternative modes of transportation

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12 August, 20:09

Why does an excise tax on gasoline exist? Check all that apply.

1. to make gasoline prices more competitive

2. to provide funding for healthcare services and education

3. to discourage travel by automobile by making gasoline more expensive

4. to fund highway repairs and other special projects

5. to discourage the use of alternative modes of transportation

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Skylar Delacruz · Answer 1

I believe the answer is 3. to discourage travel by automobile by making gasoline more expensive

Using public transportations provide a lot of benefit for both individuals and the environment. For example, it would decrease the traffic rates in the city and a would cause less pollution for the Environment. (one train is enough to replace 40 automobiles)