In Recent Years, Net Interest on the National Debt Paid

question 32

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 to 3 percent.
• B) 5 to 9 percent.
• C) 10 to 14 percent.
• D) 15 to 19 percent.

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