What measures did the Treasury take to avoid a default after the debt limit was reinstated?
Yellen Says It Would Be a ‘Catastrophe’ if Debt Ceiling Isn’t Raised

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Reduced government spending
Extraordinary measures
Increased taxes
Borrowed from international banks
2.
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What is the main political issue discussed regarding the debt ceiling?
The impact of international trade agreements
The need for a new fiscal plan
Democrats seeking Republican support to raise the debt ceiling
Republicans wanting to lower taxes
3.
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Why does Secretary Yellen believe raising the debt ceiling should be a bipartisan effort?
To increase government spending
To reduce the national debt
Because both parties have historically contributed to budget deficits
To ensure future tax plans are enacted
4.
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What historical context is provided to support the need for bipartisanship in raising the debt ceiling?
Neither party has run budget deficits in the post-war period
Both parties have run budget deficits in the post-war period
Only Republican administrations have run budget deficits
Only Democratic administrations have run budget deficits
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the nature of the outreach from the current administration regarding the debt ceiling?
A detailed fiscal plan was proposed
A reduction in government spending was discussed
A request for bipartisan support was made
An increase in taxes was suggested
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