In 2002, Confronted with Declining Revenues and Mounting Counterterrorism Expenses

question 25

True/False

In 2002, confronted with declining revenues and mounting counterterrorism expenses, many states slashed spending on social and educational programs.

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Definitions:

Workforce

The collective group of individuals who work in an organization, industry, or economy.

Unemployment Relief

Government programs or measures designed to provide financial aid or jobs to individuals who are unemployed.

Surplus Food

Food production that exceeds the immediate consumption needs of the population, which can be stored or distributed as needed.

Joblessness

The state of being without employment, often measured as an unemployment rate within an economy.