A Key Difference Between Recessions and Depressions Is That Recessions

question 126

Multiple Choice

A key difference between recessions and depressions is that recessions are:

• A)longer than depressions.
• B)more severe than depressions.
• C)accompanied by price increases,while depressions are accompanied by price decreases.
• D)shorter and less severe than depressions.
• E)accompanied by price decreases,while depressions are accompanied by price increases.

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