The Point on a Business Cycle When Real GDP Stops

question 97

Multiple Choice

The point on a business cycle when real GDP stops falling and begins rising is called a(n) :

• A) trough.
• B) recession.
• C) peak.
• D) expansion.

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Definitions:

Sales Revenue

The total amount of income generated by the sale of goods or services before deducting any expenses.

Cost of Goods Sold

Represents the direct costs attributable to the production of the goods sold by a company, including both materials and labor costs.

Perpetual Inventory System

An inventory accounting system that records the sale or purchase of inventory immediately through the use of computerized point-of-sale systems and enterprise asset management software.

Sale Occurs

The point at which a transaction is recognized, involving the transfer of goods or services from a seller to a buyer for money.