Starting from a Balanced Budget,which of the Following Would NOT

question 71

Multiple Choice

Starting from a balanced budget,which of the following would NOT cause a government budget deficit?

• A)A decrease in taxes
• B)An increase in spending of goods and services
• C)An increase in transfer payments
• D)A 50 percent increase in spending accompanied by a 50 percent increase in taxes

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