Question

the preamble to the u.s. constitution says that one of the purposes of government is \to promote the general welfare.\ governments fulfill this primary responsibility by providing services to address community needs. these services are widely available to community members, often at little or no direct cost. other community needs are met by private businesses that sell their services to community members.
decide whether each service is provided by the government or by private businesses.

	government	business
grocery stores sell many different food products to make a profit.
cities and towns operate sewage systems to keep water clean and safe.
internet companies sell monthly internet service to consumers who can afford it.
county snow plows clear public roads to help people travel safely after snowstorms.
private tutors offer educational support to students whose families pay for lessons.

Explanation:

• Government services are public, focused on general welfare, no direct profit motive.
• Business services are private, sold for profit to paying consumers.

Answer:

1. A federal agency protects community health by enforcing rules about air and water quality. → Government
2. Grocery stores sell many different food products to make a profit. → Business
3. Cities and towns operate sewage systems to keep water clean and safe. → Government
4. Internet companies sell monthly internet service to consumers who can afford it. → Business
5. County snow plows clear public roads to help people travel safely after snowstorms. → Government
6. Private tutors offer educational support to students whose families pay for lessons. → Business