Which section outlines the main budget categories or a bottom-line amount and its use?

• A. Introduction
• B. Project Description
• C. Support or Budget
• D. References

Answer: (C)

Understanding where the financial plan appears in a proposal is what this is testing. The budget section is the part that lays out how much money is needed and exactly how that money will be used. It lists the main budget categories—such as personnel, equipment, supplies, travel, and indirect costs—and shows the bottom-line total. More than just a tally, it explains how each cost supports the activities described in the plan, making clear how funds will be spent to achieve the project’s goals. This clarity helps readers judge whether the funding request is realistic and justified.

Other sections serve different purposes: the Introduction provides the purpose and context; the Project Description outlines what will be done and when; References lists sources cited. So the budget section is the specific place where the financial plan is presented, often labeled as Support or Budget.