In Reference to Short-Term Economic Fluctuations, the "Peak" Refers To

question 90

Multiple Choice

In reference to short-term economic fluctuations, the "peak" refers to:

• A)a period in which the economy is growing at a rate significantly above normal.
• B)the high point of economic activity prior to a downturn.
• C)the high point of economic activity prior to a recovery.
• D)a particularly strong and protracted expansion.

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