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The national debt increases when:
A. the government borrows money to fund programs.
B. the government increases imports from other countries.
C. the government raises taxes while cutting spending.
D. the government forces banks to lower interest rates.



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Final answer:

The national debt increases when the government borrows money to fund programs.


Explanation:

The national debt increases when:

  1. A. the government borrows money to fund programs.

When a government spends more than it earns through taxes, it must issue Treasury Bonds to finance the deficit, leading to an increase in the national debt. This borrowing accrues interest, further contributing to the debt.


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