Entry Exam Category: High School Equivalency Exams
Course: General Education Development (GED)
Exam: GED Social Studies Practice Test
Practice Question
Extract
The data in the graph is from the U.S. Department of Commerce.
According to this graph, in which year did the U.S. government first achieve a budget surplus?

Answer Choices
- A: 1996
- B: 1994
- C: 1998
- D: 2002
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Graph shows surplus first occurring in 1998 ($69B)