What does the principle of horizontal equity hold?

1. A Option A: Those who benefit most from government services should bear the higher tax burden
2. B Option B: Those who benefit most from government services should have the greatest voice in determining what gets produced
3. C Option C: Those with equal ability to pay should bear unequal tax burdens
4. D Option D: Those with equal ability to pay should bear equal tax burdens

Answer checked 11 October 2026 · How we write and check questions