In the Recession That Began in Late 2007 in the United

question 55

Multiple Choice

In the recession that began in late 2007 in the United States, which of the following was the first main element of GDP that faltered?

• A) Consumption spending
• B) New home construction
• C) Business spending on new equipment
• D) Net exports

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Definitions:

McGurk Effect

An auditory phenomenon demonstrating an interaction between hearing and vision in speech perception, where what is heard may be influenced by lip movements seen.

Embodied Cognition

The theory that cognitive processes are deeply rooted in the body's interactions with the world and that the mind and body are intricately connected.

Vestibular Sacs

Structures within the inner ear that contribute to the sense of balance by detecting changes in head positioning.

Nociceptors

Specialized sensory receptors found throughout the body that respond to potentially harmful stimuli by sending pain signals to the brain.