In Early December,it Was Reported That Housing Rates in October

question 37

Multiple Choice

In early December,it was reported that housing rates in October 2010 were at its 6-month low,which resulted in increased home purchases.This is an example of a ________.

• A) leading indicator
• B) conversionary indicator
• C) lagging indicator
• D) current indicator
• E) latent indicator

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Definitions:

Slaves

People who are legally owned by others and forced to work without pay, historically a widespread practice across many societies and cultures.

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Large agricultural estates specifically devoted to the cultivation of rice, historically significant in the southern United States during the colonial and antebellum periods.

Irish Immigrants

Individuals from Ireland who moved to another country, especially to the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries, often escaping famine and seeking better economic opportunities.

Religious Tolerance

Acceptance and allowance of different religious beliefs and practices, advocating for a peaceful coexistence among diverse religious communities.