Revenues flowing to the government from government-run or government-sponsored businesses, such as public utilities and state lotteries, are known as

A) proprietary income.
B) transfer payments.
C) tax revenue.
D) subsidies.

Proprietary Income

Income generated from the ownership of proprietary technology, information, or processes that gives a firm a competitive advantage.

Government-sponsored Businesses

Enterprises that are initiated and sometimes funded by the government but are operated under private ownership or public-private partnership.

Public Utilities

Essential services provided by both government and private sectors including water, electricity, and transportation.