Which of the Following Areas of Spending Account for the Largest

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which of the following areas of spending account for the largest portion of total Canadian government expenditures?

• A) defence spending
• B) social services
• C) subsidies to Canadian businesses
• D) interest payments on public debt
• E) equalization payments

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