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Why does the government charge high taxes on cigarettes

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Answer:

It depends on the demand for them.

Explanation:

If the demand or desire for them goes up then the tax goes up. Just like Clorox in stores it is $14 dollars now when it used to be $4. And 3 packages of Clorox wipes is about $100. There is a big demand for sanitation products now!

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