(1)The Composite Index of Leading Indicators Turns Downward for Three

question 17

Multiple Choice

(1) The composite index of leading indicators turns downward for three consecutive months; (2) Economists reach agreement that the economy is moving into a recession; (3) A tax cut is proposed in Parliament; (4) The tax cut is passed by Parliament; (5) Consumption spending begins to rise,aggregate demand increases,and the economy begins to recover.
-Refer to the above information.The administrative lag of fiscal policy is reflected in events:

• A) 1 and 2.
• B) 2 and 3.
• C) 3 and 4.
• D) 4 and 5.

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