The national debt grows when the government runs a deficit, which means the government is spending more than it's taking in. This leads to borrowing money, which adds to the national debt. While the national debt may be a concern for some, it is not universally agreed upon as a major problem facing the U.S. government.

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The National Debt

Question 33

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The national debt

A) is the sum of all past federal deficits plus any surpluses.
B) grows when the government runs a deficit.
C) grows when government spending increases.
D) is a major problem facing the U.S. government.

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