Which of the following is NOT true of the National Interstate and Defense Highways Act (1956)?
A. President Eisenhower saw its usefulness for defense, similar to Hitler's autobahn.
B. The auto industry lobbied for it.
C. It was the largest public works project to date.
D. It was paid for mostly by taxpayers via an additional income tax.
Answer: D
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A. way to pass time B. annual ritual C. political duty D. duty to their parents
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