Question

Strong economic growth led to federal budget surplusses during the Clinton administration. During his second term, the growth of the national debt A) was eliminated. B) remained stable. C) increased due to budget surplus. D) decreased due to budget surplus.

Answer 1

The Correct option is D). Decreased due to budget surplus.

Step-by-step explanation:

Federal budget surplus during Clinton's administration second term because:

• During Clinton's second term the economy continued to expand.
• As people's income increased, so they can pay the amount of Taxes.
• Despite the President's and Congress's differences, the nation's debt Decreased.
• For the first time in 24 years, the President was able to submit a balanced budget to congress.

Answer 2

I believe the answer is: D. decreased due to budget surplus.

The amount of federal budget mostly funded through tax payment that the citizens have to pay to the government.

In his early term, Clinton manage to increase government budget by increasing tax rate from 28% to 47.8%, which resulted in budget surplus on his second term.