In Recent Years, Net Interest on the National Debt Paid

question 44

Multiple Choice

In recent years, net interest on the national debt paid by the federal government as a percentage of GDP is equal to approximately:

• A) 1 percent.
• B) 5 to 9 percent.
• C) 10 to 14 percent.
• D) 15 to 19 percent.
• E) 20-25 percent.

---

Definitions:

Semilunar Valves

Valves located between the ventricles of the heart and the large arteries leaving the heart (the pulmonary artery and aorta) that prevent backflow of blood into the ventricles.

Diastole

The period during a heartbeat when the heart muscle is in a state of relaxation, permitting the chambers to be replenished with blood.

Carotid Artery Pulse

A pulse that can be felt on either side of the neck over the carotid arteries, used to assess heart rate and rhythm.

Apical Pulse

The heartbeat as heard with a stethoscope placed on the chest directly over the apex of the heart, used for accurate measurement of heart rate.