Which of the Following Would Indicate the Beginning of an Expansionary

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would indicate the beginning of an expansionary phase in an economy?

• A) a minor increase in the number of new firms
• B) a decline in stock market prices
• C) an improvement in consumer confidence
• D) a slowdown in housing construction
• E) a decrease in the number of orders for new equipment

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Definitions:

Influential

Having the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the power to cause changes.

Traditional Gender Roles

The expected behaviors, attitudes, and activities prescribed by society for men and women based on their biological sex.

Overwhelmed

Experiencing a strong emotional effect to the extent of being unable to function normally due to an excessive amount of something.

Predictability

The extent to which future events or behaviors can be anticipated based on current knowledge or past events.