The largest proportion of the U.S. public debt is held by

Question

Multiple Choice
the U.S. public (individuals, businesses, financial institutions, and government).
foreign individuals and institutions.
the Federal Reserve System.

Answer 1

The largest proportion of the U.S. public debt is held by the U.S. public (individuals, businesses, financial institutions, and government).

While foreign entities and the Federal Reserve do hold significant portions, the majority of U.S. public debt is owned by domestic investors and institutions.