Which of the Following Economic Series Is NOT Included in the Conference

question 180

Multiple Choice

Which of the following economic series is NOT included in the Conference Board coincident economic indicator group?

• A) total value of commercial loans
• B) employees on nonagricultural payrolls
• C) personal income less transfer payments
• D) industrial production
• E) manufacturing and trade sales

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