Which of the following arguments is not a valid argument against the effectiveness of the fiscal stimulus bill?

A. Employment continued to fall into early 2010.
B. Without stimulus recessions come to an end naturally.
C. State and local government spending increased.
D. Monetary policy played a large role in stimulating the economy.


Answer: C

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