Federal Spending That Is Authorized by Permanent Laws and Does

question 228

Multiple Choice

Federal spending that is authorized by permanent laws and does not go through the annual appropriation process is called _____ spending.

• A) discretionary
• B) mandatory
• C) long-term
• D) infrastructure

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Definitions:

Sodium Ions

Charged particles of sodium, essential for various physiological processes in the body, including nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the brain and nervous system that transmit signals from one neuron to another, influencing various functions like mood, sleep, and heart rate.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in regulating mood, reward, and movement, often associated with the brain's pleasure and reward system.

Parkinson's Disease

A progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, causing tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination.