Who were the tax farmers?

A) farmers whose property could be taxed
B) people who bought from the government the right to collect taxes
C) farmers who bought farms at auction for delinquent taxes
D) farmers who bought land with money collected from taxes
E) farmers who were exempt from all taxes

Tax Farmers

Individuals or companies who were awarded the right to collect taxes or other dues on behalf of the government, often keeping a portion as profit.

Collect Taxes

The process by which a government or authority gathers monetary contributions from its citizens and businesses to fund public services and infrastructure.

Government

The organization, or agency through which a political unit exercises authority, controls and administers public policy, and directs the actions of its members or subjects.