One Way President Jefferson Sought to Reduce the Federal Deficit

question 47

Multiple Choice

One way President Jefferson sought to reduce the federal deficit when he took office was to

• A)increase taxes on the wealthy.
• B)slash the military budget in half.
• C)decrease aid to foreign nations.
• D)increase tariffs on British imports.
• E)cut benefits to the infirm and elderly.

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