Just Before and During the Recession of 2007-2009,net Exports in the United

question 254

Multiple Choice

Just before and during the recession of 2007-2009,net exports in the United States

• A)fell and remained negative.
• B)fell,but remained positive.
• C)rose and became positive.
• D)rose,but remained negative.

Grasp the significance and enforcement mechanisms of the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.

Understand the definitions and protections provided to wetlands and navigable waters under environmental law.

Familiarize with the historical development of water pollution regulations and their impact.

Identify and understand the penalties for noncompliance with environmental regulations.

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Definitions:

Crowding In

The potential for government spending to stimulate private investment in an otherwise dead economy.

Private Investment

Expenditure on capital by private sector firms or individuals, not including governmental spending.

Economic Growth

An increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a period of time, typically measured by the rise in GDP.

Government Borrowing

The process by which a government obtains funds from the private sector or other countries, typically through issuing securities.