For the Past Several Months, Per Capita Output Has Increased

question 105

Multiple Choice

For the past several months, per capita output has increased at a slower and slower rate. Over the same period, the unemployment rate has been falling, but it appears that both have leveled off. Where in the business cycle is the economy?

• A) peak
• B) recession
• C) trough
• D) expansion

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