Sales Taxes Why do you think sales taxes are applied to food and beverages purchased at restaurants, but not to food and beverages purchased at grocery stores?
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Food and beverages purchased at restaurants are considered a luxury or non-essential item, whereas food and beverages purchased at grocery stores are considered essential items for daily living. Show more…
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