Which of the Following Statements About the National Debt Has

question 155

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the national debt has the most validity?

• A)Our large national debt can bankrupt the nation.
• B)If only Americans hold the debt, then payments of interest and principal are simply transfers from some Americans to other Americans.
• C)Our large national debt can lead to subjection by the people (especially foreigners) who hold the debt.
• D)The national debt represents a burden to future generations who will have to make huge payments of interest and principal.

---

Definitions:

Erythrocytes

Red blood cells, responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body.

Thrombocytes

Another term for platelets, which are small blood cells that play a crucial role in blood clotting.

Leukocytes

White blood cells that are part of the immune system, involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.

Anticoagulant

A substance that prevents blood clotting, thereby reducing the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious conditions.