Which of the Following Is the Most Likely Explanation of the August

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most likely explanation of the August 2011 decision by Standard and Poor's to reduce its credit rating on U.S. government bonds?

• A) A U.S. government debt default was not a likely outcome, but was a possibility to occur in the short term.
• B) The U.S. government budget deficit was too large.
• C) Strategies to reduce predicted U.S. government future budget deficits did not appear likely, making default a possibility.
• D) Foreign governments were no longer willing to lend to the U.S. government.

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Definitions:

Heat Exhaustion

A condition caused by excessive exposure to high temperatures, leading to dehydration and weakness.

Heat Stroke

A severe heat illness resulting from prolonged exposure to high temperatures, leading to overheating and failure of the body's temperature control system.

Core Body Temperature

The internal temperature of the body, which is maintained within a narrow range essential for the body's systems to function optimally.

Thermoregulation

The process by which the body maintains its core internal temperature.