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Which of the following is considered contractionary fiscal policy?
- A) Congress decreases the income tax rate.
- B) Congress decreases defense spending.
- C) Legislation removes a college tuition deduction from federal income taxes.
- D) The New Jersey legislature cuts highway spending to balance its budget.
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