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Because most people simply don't have the controll or ability to estimate and put aside any money to pay the debt/tax at any other time. They would spend it on other things. Also, the money itself is needed through the year to pay for the services and things tax provides....otherwise the Govt would have to borrow funds, pay interest and taxes would be higher.

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