Study the graph of the national debt under Reagan. Which statement best explains what caused the growth
shown in the graph?
National Debt Under Reagan
1981
$994 8 billion
1982
$1.13 trillion
1983
$1.37 trillion
The government cut taxes and increased spending,
The government lowered interest rates and controlled
inflation
The government stimulated economic growth and
minimized unemployment.
O The government reduced government regulations and
encouraged investments.
1984
$1.56 trillion
1985
$1.61 trillion
1986
$2.12 trillion
1987
$234 trillion
1988
52 60 trillion
$3 trillion
$1 trillion S2 trillion
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