Which of the Following Is a Lagging Economic Indicator

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a lagging economic indicator?  

• A) the unemployment rate 
• B) unsold goods 
• C) a decline in new home purchases 
• D) an increase in new car purchases

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