Which statement best interprets the trend in the national debt in the last 25 years?(1 point) Responses

1. The national debt generally sees a steady decline but due to new policies the debt has seen a major drop in the last couple years.
2. The national debt has been in a steady decline over the last 25 years.
3. The national debt has been steadily increasing each year over the past 25 years.
4. The national debt increased between 2008-2010 but has been in decline ever since.

3. The national debt has been steadily increasing each year over the past 25 years.