Which of the Following Correctly Describes Actions of the U

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes actions of the U.S.government during the recession of 2008-2009?

• A)It refused to provide banks funding and made no significant changes in government spending.
• B)It refused to provide banks funding but made a large increase in government spending.
• C)It became part owner of some banks but made no significant change in government spending
• D)It became part owner of some banks and made a large increase in government spending.

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