During an economic downturn, increased spending on infrastructure repairs is:

A. more costly because the resources needed to complete those projects aren't available.
B. a bad idea because there's no need for better infrastructure during an economic downturn.
C. less costly because the resources needed to complete those projects would otherwise sit idle.
D. a good idea because it will slow the pace of economic recovery.


Answer: C

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