Consider an Economy in Which Existing Capital Is Being Used

question 42

Multiple Choice

Consider an economy in which existing capital is being used at a high degree,shortages in labour and goods markets are developing,and costs are rising.Which of the following terms best describes this stage of the business cycle?

• A)trough
• B)recovery
• C)peak
• D)recession
• E)slump

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Definitions:

Jointed Appendages

Refers to appendages with joints, enabling movement, commonly found in arthropods such as insects, spiders, and crustaceans.

Nematocysts

Specialized cells in cnidarians, such as jellyfish, that eject a stinging thread for capturing prey or defense.

Cnidarian

Radially symmetrical invertebrate with two tissue layers; uses tentacles with stinging cells to capture food.

Cnidocyte

Stinging cell unique to cnidarians.