Block Grants

question 37

Multiple Choice

Block grants

• A) allow expenditures only for specific programs.
• B) are distributed to state governments for whatever projects they wish.
• C) are distributed to local governments for whatever projects they wish.
• D) are given by the state governments to local governments to be spent on economic development projects.
• E) are distributed to states for broad programs.

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Definitions:

Radiation of Fishes

The diversification of fish species over time and environments, leading to a variety of adaptations and forms.

Mammal-like Reptiles

Extinct vertebrates that share both mammalian and reptilian traits, bridging an evolutionary gap between reptiles and mammals.

Carboniferous Period

A geologic period and system that spans from about 358.9 to 298.9 million years ago, known for its extensive coal deposits formed from ancient forests.

Tiktaalik

An extinct genus of fish-like tetrapods that represents an early step in the transition from water- to land-living animals.