Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes the Percentage of the Federal

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best characterizes the percentage of the federal budget that is spent on mandatory programs?

• A) Spending on mandatory programs increased between 1962 and 1990 but has decreased dramatically since 1990.
• B) Spending on mandatory programs decreased between 1962 and 1990 but has increased dramatically since 1990.
• C) Spending on mandatory programs has remained constant since 1970.
• D) Spending on mandatory programs has grown dramatically since 1970.
• E) Spending on mandatory programs has declined dramatically since 1970.

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