Why Has Federal Spending Generally Increased Over the Years

question 67

Multiple Choice

Why has federal spending generally increased over the years?

• A)because Democrats in Congress will not cut the defense budget
• B)because of uncontrollables like discretionary spending
• C)because of uncontrollables like mandatory spending
• D)because the income tax rate in the United States is too high

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Definitions:

Aerobic Exercise

Physical activity that improves heart and lung function, increases endurance, and often involves rhythmic, continuous movement.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, considered vital for human survival and an important indicator of health.

Problem-Focused Coping

A strategy wherein an individual tackles a problem head-on by addressing the issue directly to mitigate or eliminate its impact.

Aerobic Exercise

Activity that boosts the performance of the circulatory and respiratory systems in processing and moving oxygen.