In a symbolic change representing some of the goals of increasing self-sufficiency under Welfare Reform, the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) program became
A) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
B) Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF).
C) Social Security.
D) Child Tax Credit program.

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The AFDC program was replaced by the TANF program in 1996 as part of Welfare Reform. TANF aimed to increase self-sufficiency by providing temporary financial assistance to low-income families with children, while also requiring recipients to work, participate in job training, or seek employment. The other options listed (SNAP, Social Security, Child Tax Credit) are separate programs that provide assistance for specific needs and do not directly relate to welfare reform or the transition from AFDC to TANF.

In a Symbolic Change Representing Some of the Goals of Increasing