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How Governments Pay for Services: Taxes
Describe how taxation generates revenue to fund public infrastructure, schools, and safety.
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Active Citizenship, Public Services, and Democracy
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Goal
Explore how citizens participate in democracy through voting and advocacy, examine national symbols, and understand how governments provide and fund public services.
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Learning standards covered
Content Standard 1Wyoming Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeCitizenship, Government, and Democracy - Students analyze how people create and change structures of power, authority, and governance to understand the continuing evolution of governments and to demonstrate civic responsibility.
Content Standard 3Wyoming Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeProduction, Distribution, and Consumption - Students describe the influence of economic factors on societies and make decisions based on economic principles.