Why is it so difficult to cut defense spending?
a. because defense spending is only adjusted every five years
b. because defense spending is controlled by a select committee consisting of military veterans
c. because so many members of Congress have defense industries in their districts
d. because defense spending is indexed to inflation
Answer: c
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