Which of the Following Is True of the Reagan Presidency

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the Reagan presidency?

• A) The gap between rich and poor narrowed.
• B) The national debt tripled.
• C) Reagan's policies reduced homelessness.
• D) Federal aid to poor families increased.

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