Which Program Is an Example of Discretionary Spending Within the Federal

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which program is an example of discretionary spending within the federal budget?

• A)Social Security benefits
• B)Medicare benefits
• C) agricultural subsidies
• D) funding for elderly nutrition programs

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