Despite Developing an Increasing Number of Social Programs Over Time

Multiple Choice

Despite developing an increasing number of social programs over time, since the advent of Social Security in 1935, the United States still has a much less robust welfare state than many other developed democracies.This means, comparatively, that it has ____________.

A) not developed as extensive a set of social programs or benefits
B) a much larger "hidden" welfare state through tax expenditures
C) a higher percentage of its budget dedicated to mandatory spending
D) developed more programs that only benefit middle-class people