Which of the following does not help to explain why politicians might hesitate to balance the budget in an election year?
A)The inflation rate might rise.
B)Voters might become unemployed.
C)The economy could be pushed into recession.

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Inflation is not directly related to the government balancing the budget in an election year. The other options, B and C, explain potential negative consequences for voters and the overall economy if the government were to prioritize balancing the budget over other economic issues during an election year.

Which of the Following Does Not Help to Explain Why