A sales tax is a consumption-based levy applied to the purchase of goods and services at the point of sale. Typically calculated as a percentage of the retail price, it is collected by businesses and remitted to state or local governments. These funds finance essential public services like infrastructure, schools, and public safety, benefiting the entire community.
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