Which of the following is the most fundamental function of government?
a. protection of individuals and their property
b. imposing progressive taxes to fund income-transfer programs
c. regulating prices and wages
d. provision of postal services and garbage collection
A
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false