Life in the UK test practice question · Government and law
What is money from income tax used for?
Answer options
- Only the salaries of MPs
- Public services such as roads, schools and defenceCorrect
- Only the Royal Family
- Only aid to other countries
Answer: Public services such as roads, schools and defence
Income tax goes into general public spending. It pays for many services, not one single area.
Checked 8 November 2026