Question

answer this question before making any changes to spending percentages. according to the 2012 budget, which two functions received the most spending? international affairs national defense transportation social security income security

Explanation:

To determine the two functions with the most spending in the 2012 US budget, we recall that Social Security (for retirement, disability, etc.) and national defense (military spending) are typically among the largest budgetary allocations. Social Security is a major entitlement program, and national defense has significant spending for military operations, equipment, etc. International affairs, transportation, and income security generally have smaller shares compared to these two.

Answer:

B. national defense, D. Social Security