The Persistence of Budget Deficits During the Last Several Decades

Multiple Choice

The persistence of budget deficits during the last several decades is not surprising because politicians will find

A) budget surpluses more attractive than budget deficits.
B) tax increases more attractive than increases in government expenditures.
C) budget deficits more attractive than budget surpluses.
D) reductions in government expenditures more attractive than tax reductions.