In the United States During the Recession of 2007-2009

question 15

Multiple Choice

In the United States during the recession of 2007-2009,

• A) the total number of jobs declined, but jobs in health care increased.
• B) jobs in health care declined at a faster rate than overall jobs in the economy.
• C) demand for medical services declined, which resulted in a decline in available jobs in the medical field.
• D) despite the large decrease in demand for medical services, the number of jobs in health care remained virtually unchanged.

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Definitions:

Regional Rail

A passenger rail service that operates between different regions within a country, offering medium to long-distance travel options.

Annual

Occurring once every year.

Plains Droughts

Long periods of abnormally low rainfall, especially prevalent in the Great Plains of the United States, leading to severe water shortages and agricultural difficulties.

Crop Output

Crop output refers to the total quantity of agricultural products harvested in a given period, influencing food supply and economic health.