Suppose That the U

question 58

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the U.S.economy is going through a severe recession.Which of the following statements correctly describes the role of advertising expenditures in a recession?

• A) There is no relationship between advertising expenditures and recessions.
• B) If all businesses increased their advertising expenditures, the recession would end.
• C) During a recession, advertising expenditures help businesses protect their market shares.
• D) Historically, when business cycles dip, advertising expenditures increase.
• E) Advertising expenditures do not affect the business cycle, according to most experts.

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