Which of the Following Descriptions of the "Government Deficit" Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following descriptions of the "government deficit" is incorrect?

• A) A deficit occurs when spending is greater than revenue.
• B) The deficit is caused by a shortage of tax revenue.
• C) A deficit is the difference between federal spending and revenues.
• D) The deficit is the annual change in the national debt.

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