The Text Defines Economic Fluctuations as

question 102

Multiple Choice

The text defines economic fluctuations as

• A)the rise and fall of real GDP.
• B)periods of time when there is excessive GDP volatility.
• C)periods of time when the economy is in either a recession or a boom.
• D)departure of the economy from its long-term growth trend.
• E)the rise and fall of unemployment.

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