Which of the following is the reason that states are known as "laboratories of democracy"?
A. States often provide innovative solutions to social and economic problems.
B. States raise all of their own funding for social programs.
C. States receive equal levels of government aid.
D. Most social and economic solutions are finally addressed by the federal government.
ANSWER: A
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