Which of the Following Is True of Temporary Assistance for Needy

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) ?

• A)It was replaced by the 60-year-old program known as Aid to Families with Dependent Children.
• B)States under TANF are given lesser flexibility in administering welfare policies.
• C)States under TANF have to spend most of their welfare dollars on monthly cash payments to families.
• D)It strengthened work requirements for recipients and limited the time that families can receive benefits.
• E)States under TANF can use only public bureaucracies to administer welfare but not private agencies.

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