In 1996, AFDC lost its entitlement status and became known as ______.
A) Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
B) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
C) Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
D) food stamps

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In 1996, AFDC (Aid to Families with Dependent Children) lost its entitlement status and was replaced by Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. TANF represented a shift in welfare policy towards promoting work and self-sufficiency among recipients, whereas AFDC was criticized for creating dependency on government assistance. SSI, EITC, and food stamps are other government programs that provide assistance to low-income individuals and families, but they are not direct replacements for AFDC or TANF.

In 1996, AFDC Lost Its Entitlement Status and Became Known