Which of the Following Steps in the Budgetary Authority Process

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following steps in the budgetary authority process occurs when a federal agency issues a purchase order?

• A) Apportionment
• B) Appropriation
• C) Allotment
• D) Obligation

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