Which of the Following Is a Government Expenditure,but Is Not

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a government expenditure,but is not a government purchase?

• A)The federal government buys a Humvee.
• B)The federal government pays the salary of an FBI agent.
• C)The federal government pays out an unemployment insurance claim.
• D)The Federal government pays to support research on AIDS.

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Definitions:

Introductory

Refers to the initial stage or beginning phase of a process, policy, or product.

Modified Approach

An alternative accounting method allowing certain assets to be reported at historical cost rather than being continuously adjusted for market valuation.

Infrastructure Assets

Long-term physical assets that are foundational for providing public services, such as roads, bridges, water systems, and utilities.

Capitalizes

The process of recording an expenditure as an asset, rather than an expense, thus spreading the cost over the useful life of the asset.