Block grants provide state and local governments with money for general purposes and have fewer rules than categorical grants. This allows for more flexibility and discretion in how the money is allocated and spent, making them more appealing to local officials.

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Block Grants

Question 59

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Block grants

A) provide state and local governments money for general purposes and have fewer rules than categorical grants.
B) are very restrictive in that they can be used only for specific activities.
C) are generally disliked by local officials.
D) are intended to tighten national control over local affairs.
E) were phased out during the 1960s.

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