How Has the Great Recession of 2008/2009 Affected Consumer Spending

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Essay

How has the Great Recession of 2008/2009 affected consumer spending in the United States?

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost

Is the increase in total cost that arises from producing one additional unit of a good or service.

Ruthlessly Efficient

Operating with extreme efficiency, often at the expense of other considerations such as employee welfare or ethical considerations.

Recognizable Brand Name

A brand name that is widely known among the public and is easily recalled or recognized due to its reputation or marketing.

Monopoly Power

Refers to the ability of a firm or entity to control the market price and output of a product or service, due to lack of competition.