Which of the following is an argument against balancing the federal budget?

A. Doing so may prevent the government from pulling the economy out of recession.
B. An increase in government spending and taxes by the same amount does not affect income.
C. The economy will self-adjust so deficit spending is not necessary.
D. None of the choices are correct.


Answer: A

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