In comparison with annual federal government revenues, state and local governments took in
a) just under half as much
b) three times more
c) a nearly identical amount
d) about 30% more
The correct answer to this question is option C
Nearly identical amount. So it can be said that In comparison with annual federal government revenues, state and local governments took in Nearly identical amount
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