The Following fiGure Shows the Business Cycle for an Economy

question 25

Multiple Choice

The following figure shows the business cycle for an economy over time. Refer to the figure to answer the question. It is profitable for a firm to make investments in new products, production facilities, distribution or retail outlets when the economy is at ____.
A. Then investments can be put in place to exploit the economic boom in a more timely fashion.

• A) point A
• B) point B
• C) point C
• D) point D

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Definitions:

Pericardium

The double-walled sac containing the heart and the roots of the major blood vessels, with fluid that reduces friction during heart beats.

Mediastinum

The central compartment of the thoracic cavity, surrounded by loose connective tissue, that contains the heart, trachea, esophagus, and other structures.

Diaphragm

A large, dome-shaped muscle at the base of the lungs that plays a critical role in breathing.

Celiac Trunk

A major artery that supplies the abdominal organs including the liver, stomach, and spleen with blood.