Since Most Data for a Given Market Study Is Not

question 16

Multiple Choice

Since most data for a given market study is not readily available,analysts must be creative in their use of data that they are able to obtain.The primary source for detailed household demographic information is:

• A)the U.S.Bureau of the Census
• B)the Federal Reserve
• C)the local tax collector's office
• D)not available publicly

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Definitions:

Unemployment Rate

The proportion of jobless individuals who are making an active effort to find employment in the labor force.

Natural Rate

The level at which a certain economic variable (such as unemployment or interest rate) naturally settles, in the absence of external influences.

Congressional Budget Office

A non-partisan federal agency within the legislative branch of the United States government that provides budget and economic information to Congress.

Natural Rate

Often refers to the natural rate of unemployment, which is the level of unemployment consistent with sustainable economic growth, considering factors like market imperfections.