Most Analysts Expect One of the Largest Federal Spending Categories

question 174

Multiple Choice

Most analysts expect one of the largest federal spending categories to continue to grow in importance for many years into the future.What category of spending is this

• A)national defence
• B)Old Age Security
• C)income security
• D)farm support programs

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