The Great Moderation Refers To

question 53

Multiple Choice

The Great Moderation refers to:

• A)the period from 1982 to 2008 when business cycles were longer and relatively mild.
• B)the recession that began in 2008 and continued through to 2009.
• C)the fact that businesses and governments cannot smooth out the business cycle.
• D)the period from 1982 to 2008 when cycles were shorter.

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Definitions:

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