Why did Presidents Bush and Obama increase government spending in the late 2000s?
a. To reduce the budget deficit
b. To reduce taxes
c. Because authorizations increased while appropriations decreased
d. To stimulate the economy and calm the financial and housing industries
e. Because the Supreme Court issued an opinion ordering them to
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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