In Contrast to the On-Budget Deficit, the Off-Budget Deficit in 2009

question 167

Multiple Choice

In contrast to the on-budget deficit, the off-budget deficit in 2009 was

• A) somewhat smaller.
• B) remaining constant.
• C) even larger.
• D) an actual surplus.

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