During times of recession, the labor force participation rate typically:

A. rises, as more incomes per household are needed to make ends meet.
B. falls, as more people cannot find work, they stay in jobs that aren't a good fit.
C. falls, as more people give up and stop looking for work.
D. rises, as more people need work.


Answer: C

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