The US Census Bureau Estimates That from 2000 to 2009, the the Net

question 251

Multiple Choice

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that from 2000 to 2009, the net inflow of illegal immigrants was about

• A)100,000 annually.
• B)250,000 annually.
• C)350,000 annually.
• D)700,000 annually.

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Definitions:

Deficit Spending

The practice of spending more money than is received in revenue, typically referring to government spending that exceeds its receipts.

Opportunity Cost

The expense incurred by not selecting the second best choice while making a decision or opting among alternatives.

Debt Default

The failure to meet the legal obligations of a loan, such as not making scheduled payments on time.

U.S. Federal Budget

The government's estimate of revenue and spending for a fiscal year that is proposed by the President and approved by Congress.