What Does the Political Business Cycle Refer To

question 97

Multiple Choice

What does the political business cycle refer to?

• A) The ups and downs in overall business activity.
• B) The political independence of the Fed's Board of Governors.
• C) Politicians stimulate the economy before an election and tighten fiscal policy afterward.
• D) Illegal behavior on the part of politicians and elected officials.

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Definitions:

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