When the United States Experiences a Slowdown in Economic Activity

question 72

Multiple Choice

When the United States experiences a slowdown in economic activity and GDP goes down for two consecutive quarters, it is called a(n) _______.

• A)economic indicator
• B)deflation
• C)inflation
• D)recession

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Definitions:

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