Suppose There Was a Debate Regarding How to Spend $1

question 1

Multiple Choice

Suppose there was a debate regarding how to spend $1 billion in newly found revenues in the budget. Suppose the most liberal Democrat suggests an increase to Food Stamp (SNAP) allotments. Suppose the most conservative Republican suggests an increase in defense spending. Each is arguing that their plan will get the most good for the money. What is going on here?

• A)Both are employing marginal analysis, just from different perspectives
• B)Only the Democrat is using marginal analysis.
• C)Only the Republican is using marginal analysis.
• D)Neither are using marginal analysis.

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