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Government Funding

Definition

Government funding refers to the financial resources that a government allocates for specific purposes such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and defense.

Related terms

Budget Deficit: This occurs when a government spends more than it earns in revenue. It's like if your family spent more on expenses than what they earned in income.

Fiscal Policy: This is the means by which a government adjusts its spending levels and tax rates to monitor and influence a nation's economy. It's similar to how parents might adjust their spending habits or seek additional income sources based on their financial situation.

Public Sector: The part of an economy that is controlled by national, state or provincial, and local governments. Imagine this as all the things your parents manage within your household - from paying bills to maintaining the house.

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  • AP Human Geography - 4.1 Introduction to Political Geography

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