In 1-5 sentences describe: What are taxes and how are they beneficial for society? How can taxes be a burden for society?

Which graph correctly shows the system of equations {y=12x+2y=−12x+6?

In this unit, you read about transitions of power and the formation of newly independent nations in africa, asia, the americas, and the middle east. some of these transitions were peaceful, while others caused long-term instability. why do you think some countries were more successful than others with political transitions? what do you think were the biggest challenges facing newly independent countries? would it have been possible for leaders to prevent these problems before they happened? why or why not?

Defined the word imperialism. what is your opinion: should the us engage in imperialism? under what circumstances? offer a brief affective argument against the opinion that you hold.