Which of the following is NOT true of discretionary spending?
A) It is a form of federal spending that Congress can modify or eliminate in any given year.
B) It includes entitlements such as Medicare and Social Security.
C) It includes spending on education, the environment, and national defense.
D) Currently, under the Obama administration, discretionary spending is at 15 percent of the overall budget.
E) Discretionary spending lies within the president's immediate influence.
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