What is the most striking change in federal spending priorities from the 1920s reflected in this 1936 budget?
- A
Foreign aid became the largest budget category.
- B
Tax collection ceased to fund the federal government.
- Ccheck_circle
A massive increase in spending on direct relief and work programs as a share of the federal budget.
- D
A complete elimination of military spending.
Explanation
In the 1920s, defense and veterans' benefits dominated a small federal budget. By 1936, New Deal relief (CCC, WPA, FERA) and emergency programs comprised the largest single share, reflecting an unprecedented federal role in economic life.