Suppose statistical surveys indicate that new orders for manufactured goods and new building permits for single-family homes are declining and that business inventories are rising. This implies economic activity is slowing down and the economy is potentially entering a recessionary period

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. Q3 and break even. B. Q3 and earn a profit. C. Q4 and incur a loss. D. Q2 and incur a loss.

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