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ETearle

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Based on Figure 17.2, which non-means-tested social welfare program in the United States takes up the largest share of the federal budget?
 
  a. Food Stamps
  b. Social Security
  c. Medicare
  d. Medicaid

Question 2

Which of the following statements limits the argument that welfare recipients are indefinitely dependent on welfare?
 
  a. Aid to Families with Dependent Children has been strengthened in some states but weakened in other states.
  b. Social Security is a means-tested program.
  c. Supplemental Security Income is now entirely run by the states.
  d. Temporary Assistance to Needy Families has a two-year limit on benefits with a lifetime limit of five years.


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SamMuagrove

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d


ETearle

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

jomama

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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