_____ are all examples of discretionary spending.
A) Social Security, interest on the national debt, and Medicare
B) National defense, income security, and veterans' benefits
C) National defense, Social Security, and veterans' benefits
D) Social Security, veterans' benefits, and Medicare

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Discretionary spending is the portion of the budget that the United States Congress decides on annually. It includes spending on national defense, income security, and veterans' benefits, among other areas. Social Security, interest on the national debt, and Medicare are considered mandatory spending, not discretionary.

_____ Are All Examples of Discretionary Spending