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Many hugely overestimate how much rich governments get from taxes on imports. Lots of products come from abroad, but almost all government incomes in rich countries come from taxing citizens and domestic companies.
Correct answer: A
Around 2% of a government’s revenue in high-income countries comes from import duties.
The question
The governments of high-income countries get how much of their revenue from customs and import duties?
Answer options
A: Around 2%
B: Around 12%
C: Around 22%
