Which of the Following Is Accurate with Regard to the National

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is accurate with regard to the national debt?

• A)The national debt as a percentage of GDP has drastically increased in recent years.
• B)The national debt as a percentage of GDP has not changed in the past decade
• C)The national debt is a product of balanced federal budgets.
• D)The national debt is not affected by external events such as war or a natural disaster.

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Definitions:

Intentional Tort

A civil wrong resulting from an intentional act committed on the person, property, or economic interest of another. Intentional torts include assault, battery, conversion, false imprisonment, intentional infliction of emotional distress, trespass to land, and trespass to chattels.

Physical Injury

Damage to a person's body as a result of an accident or violence, distinct from emotional or psychological harm.

Strict Liability

Liability in which responsibility for damages is imposed regardless of the existence of negligence. Also called liability without fault.

CD's

Certificates of Deposit, a savings certificate with a fixed maturity date, specified fixed interest rate and can be issued in any denomination aside from minimum investment requirements.