Which of the Following Statements Regarding Devolution Is Incorrect

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding devolution is incorrect?

• A) AFDC was ended and replaced by TANF.
• B) Federal and state spending on most programs increased after 1996.
• C) Devolution lacked strong public support.
• D) Devolution seems to have resulted in more, not fewer, government rules and regulations.
• E) None of the above.

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