Which of the reason why the federal government borrows money a. to pay for private projects
b. to pay the cost of War
c. to protect the Surplus
d. to decrease tax revenue

D but It can also be A

Explanation:

Essentially, the government borrows so that it can enable higher spending without having to increase taxes. The annual amount the government borrows is known as the budget deficit. The total amount the government has borrowed is known as the national debt or public sector debt.

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