In the Recession That Began in Late 2007 in the United

question 113

Multiple Choice

In the recession that began in late 2007 in the United States, which of the following was the first main element of GDP that faltered?

• A)consumption spending
• B)new home construction
• C)business spending on new equipment
• D)net exports

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