What is the difference between cuts in regulations (deregulation) and the elimination of programs (defunding)?

What is the difference between cuts in regulations (deregulation) and the elimination of programs (defunding)?

• A. Deregulation involves expanding government programs; defunding reduces taxes.
• B. Deregulation involves creating new programs; defunding increases program budgets.
• C. Deregulation cuts or repeals rules; defunding eliminates funding for programs.
• D. Deregulation eliminates programs; defunding repeals rules.

Answer: (C)