Understanding the Business Cycle
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What is the definition of the Business Cycle?

  • A periodic fluctuation in economic activity measured by change in Real GDP (correct)
  • A one-time increase in economic growth followed by stability
  • A continuous upward trend in economic activities
  • An irregular trend of decreasing economic activities over time
  • What phase of the Business Cycle is characterized by the lowest level of production and employment?

  • Trough/Depression (correct)
  • Peak/Boom/Prosperity
  • Expansion/Boom/Recovery
  • Contraction/Recession/Downswing
  • Which phase of the Business Cycle follows the Expansion Phase?

  • Peak/Boom/Prosperity (correct)
  • Expansion/Boom/Recovery
  • Trough/Depression
  • Contraction/Recession/Downswing
  • What does the broken line in the figure representing the four phases of the business cycle signify?

    <p>Potential GDP or long-term growth trend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase of the Business Cycle does the Contraction Phase set in?

    <p>Peak/Boom/Prosperity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the Business Cycle signifies a period of slowing growth and even failing growth?

    <p>Contraction/Recession/Downswing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after the economy reaches the Peak phase in the Business Cycle?

    <p>The economy enters a depression phase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates the Trough phase from other phases of the Business Cycle?

    <p>The lowest level of production and employment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What follows a period of prosperity in the Business Cycle?

    <p>Contraction Phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one distinct characteristic of a business cycle that differentiates it from linear growth trends?

    <p>Irregular intervals between phases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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