Atariff is a type of
tax.
punishment.
subsidy.
grant.

The first alternative is correct.

There are several forms of taxation that the government can charge consumers. Tariff is one of these tax collection tools. The tariff is intended for the performance of public services operated by other companies and is only paid by those who opt for this service and enter into a contract, as in the case of telephone services and electric energy.

i know social security wasn't one.

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