The national debt is now about

A) $700 million.
B) $9 trillion.
C) $900 billion.
D) $12 trillion.
E) $90 trillion.

The national debt is currently hovering around $12 trillion. This number refers to the total outstanding debt owed by the U.S. government, which has been accumulating since the country's founding. While there are many factors that contribute to the national debt, it is generally seen as a problem because it can have an impact on the country's economy, credit rating, and ability to fund important programs and services.