In federal budgeting, what is the distinction between 'discretionary' and 'mandatory' spending?
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A
Discretionary spending is controlled through annual appropriations while mandatory spending is governed by permanent law
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B
Discretionary spending is uncontrollable while mandatory spending is subject to annual caps
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C
Discretionary spending funds entitlement programs while mandatory spending funds defense
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D
Discretionary spending requires a presidential waiver while mandatory spending does not