How can Congress use its power of the purse to impact the agenda of the executive branch?

Question

A Congress could stop programs or plans proposed by the executive branch from being implemented
B Congress could force the executive branch to fund its own departments and agencies.
C Congress could encourage the executive branch to fund certain departments or agencies.
D Congress could eliminate executive departments or agencies.

Answer 1

All of the options listed are correct ways in which Congress can use its power of the purse to impact the agenda of the executive branch.