Which of the Following Measures Is NOT an Example of Discretionary

question 192

Multiple Choice

Which of the following measures is NOT an example of discretionary fiscal policy?

• A) The unemployment compensation program pays out more money as unemployment rates rise.
• B) Tax rates are increased in the hope of slowing down the rate of inflation.
• C) Tax increases are enacted to reduce the government deficit.
• D) Government spending is increased to reduce the problems caused by the recession.

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