In recent years public discussion has focused on the existence of federal budget deficits. Several key factors have
led to increased budget deficits, and a number of proposals have been offered to address the problem.
(a) Define budget deficit.
(b) Identify one example of an entitlement program.
(c) Define entitlements and explain why the program identified in (b) makes it difficult to control federal
spending.
(d) Describe one proposal other than reducing spending that would reduce the federal budget deficit.
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What don't you understand about these questions?
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