Spending on programs that ________, such as Social Security and Medicare, is classified as entitlement and mandatory spending.
A) is authorized by Congress on an annual basis
B) has been authorized by prior law
C) is authorized only in times of budget surpluses
D) is authorized only in times of budget deficits

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Entitlement and mandatory spending refers to programs that are required by law to be funded, based on eligibility criteria, without the need for annual appropriations by Congress. These programs are funded based on prior authorization by law, making option B the correct choice. Options A, C, and D are not correct as they do not accurately describe the nature of entitlement and mandatory spending.

Spending on Programs That ________, Such as Social Security and Medicare