Briefly Describe Some of the Demographic Trends That Are Predicted

question 91

Essay

Briefly describe some of the demographic trends that are predicted to increase the government's budget deficit.

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Definitions:

General Ledger

The master set of accounts that summarize all transactions occurring within an entity, serving as the main source for financial reporting.

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is expected to have a higher balance, according to the rules of double-entry accounting.

Debit

An accounting entry that results in either an increase in assets or a decrease in liabilities on a company's balance sheet.

Credit

An arrangement whereby goods, services, or money is received in exchange for a promise to pay back a definite sum of money at a future date.