The Economy Act of 1933

A. ordered all federal agencies to cut their workforce by ten percent.
B. gave immediate pensions to retired war veterans.
C. proposed to balance the federal budget and cut government workers' salaries.
D. provided an infusion of cash into the economy.
E. gave the government authority to curb irresponsible speculation by banks.


Answer: C

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