Which of the following most clearly distinguishes government from a private business?
A) production of goods and services-private businesses produce things; governments do not
B) the power to tax
C) the hiring of law enforcement employees to protect property rights
D) selfishness-the owners and managers of private businesses are selfish; government officials are not

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While private businesses do have the power to charge customers for goods and services, only governments have the power to tax citizens to fund public goods and services such as infrastructure, education, and defense. This power is a key distinguishing factor between government and private businesses.

Which of the Following Most Clearly Distinguishes Government from a Private