PRC-3 · Chapter 16 · Question 13 of 20
Adam Smith's 'Canon of Certainty' regarding taxation dictates that:
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) The time, manner, and amount of payment must be clear, plain, and not arbitrary
Explanation
The canon of certainty requires that taxpayers fully understand their tax liabilities without ambiguity to prevent state corruption and taxpayer anxiety.
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