MCAP Stimulus Response - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA).

Introduction: A student is researching the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). The student's compelling question is this:

Should the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) be considered a successful fiscal policy?

The student has found the following sources. Use the sources to answer the questions that follow.

Background: ARRA was a fiscal policy passed by the federal government to revitalize the U.S. economy after the economic collapse of 2008. During 2008, the number of unemployed persons increased by 4.1 million, and the unemployment rate rose from 4.9% to 7.6%. ARRA included measures to modernize the nation's public works systems, increase energy independence, expand educational opportunities, preserve affordable health care, provide tax relief, and protect those in greatest need.

Use the sources in the document below to answer the questions.

Sources Document: http://bit.ly/43ELNAb

Source B was published by the Congressional Budget Office, which is a nonpartisan organization that analyzes proposed legislation. The organization hires its employees solely on the basis of skill, rather than political belief.

The origin of Source B most likely suggests that the provided information

Claim: A growing economy can help small businesses expand.

Which source provides the best evidence for the claim?

Which perspective about ARRA is most evident in Source C?

Assume that the information provided in the sources is credible. Complete this extended-response question:

Should the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) be considered a successful fiscal policy?

• Develop a claim in response to the question.

• Cite evidence from the provided sources to support your claim.

• Use your knowledge of government in your response.