Which items are part of mandatory spending in the federal government?

Question

Select the three correct answers.

(2 points)
Responses

state and local governments
state and local governments

military and defense
military and defense

Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid

Federal Bureau of Investigation
Federal Bureau of Investigation

Social Security
Social Security

education and transportation

Answer 1

The three items that are part of mandatory spending in the federal government are:

1. Medicare and Medicaid
2. Social Security
3. (While "military and defense" is a significant part of federal spending, it is not classified as mandatory spending. Therefore, the third choice related to mandatory spending is not listed among the options provided.)

If limited to the options given and selecting the correct mandatory spending items, your answers should be:

1. Medicare and Medicaid
2. Social Security