Which of the Following Is the Best Example of an Automatic

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of an automatic stabilizer?

• A) welfare payments
• B) foreign aid
• C) defense spending
• D) highway construction

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Definitions:

Depressive Disorders

A category of mood disorders that cause persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest, impacting daily functioning.

Major Depressive Disorder

A serious mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in most activities.

Persistent Depressive Disorder

A unipolar mood disorder that manifests many of the same symptoms as major depression, except that they are less severe. It persists for at least two years, with only brief interludes of normal mood. Also known as dysthymia.

Sleep Disorders

A group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well on a regular basis, impacting overall health and quality of life.