Congress Is Sometimes Said to Possess the "Power of the Purse

Multiple Choice

Congress is sometimes said to possess the "power of the purse." What is meant by this saying?

A) Only Congress has the power to coin money and regulate its value.
B) Congress has the power to ask the individual states to contribute to pay off the national debt.
C) The president cannot veto any law that Congress passes if it relates to finances.
D) Only Congress has the power to tax and spend.