Proponents of a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution Argue

question 135

Essay

Proponents of a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution argue that it will finally exert discipline on the federal government and so prevent large peacetime deficits. What do the critics argue?

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Definitions:

Bar Graph

Also known as a bar chart, a graphic presentation of statistical information resembling the histogram except that there may not be a numeric scale on the horizontal axis and the bars normally do not touch each other.

Line Graph

A type of graph often used for illustrating data over time.

Histogram

A graphical representation of the distribution of numerical data, using bars of different heights to show frequencies of data within successive intervals.

Quarterly Revenue

The total amount of income generated by a company during a three-month period, typically used to assess financial performance.