The country that in 2011 became the first to impose a fat tax (abolished in 2013) is
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The country that in 2011 became the first to impose a fat tax (abolished in 2013) is
- Germany
- Denmark
- Switzerland
- New Zealand
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Denmark
Denmark introduced the world's first 'fat tax', a levy on foods high in saturated fat such as butter, cheese and meat, in October 2011. It was abolished from January 2013 after complaints about cross-border shopping and higher food prices. Germany, Switzerland and New Zealand did not impose such a tax.
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