Which Combination of Policies Is Most Likely to Decrease Government

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which combination of policies is most likely to decrease government deficits in the short-term?

• A)higher taxes and reduced spending
• B)increased spending and higher taxes
• C)lower taxes and higher interest rates
• D)decreased spending and lower interest rates

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