Which of the Following Was a Contributing Factor to the Instability

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a contributing factor to the instability of 2002 to 2008?

• A) ideal weather from 2002 to 2006, followed by a severe drought in 2007 and 2008
• B) falling housing prices leading to an expansion, followed by rising housing prices leading to a  sharp economic downturn
• C) an increase in housing prices leading to an expansion, followed by a collapse in housing prices and a sharp economic downturn
• D) falling stock prices leading to an expansion, followed by rising stock prices leading to a  sharp economic downturn

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Definitions:

Pharynx

A muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages to the esophagus and larynx, serving both respiratory and digestive functions.

Larynx

The voice box located in the neck through which air passes to the lungs, and contains vocal cords that produce sound.

Sinuses

Air-filled cavities located within the bones of the face and skull, connected to the nasal cavities.

Nasal Cavity

The large air-filled space behind the nose that is lined with mucosa and filters, warms, and moistens incoming air.