Shabby Chic fashion boutique has responded to economic trends by placing an emphasis on improving the quality of merchandise it offers, improving customer service, and reducing its cost of goods sold because consumers are not shopping as much as they used to due to lower purchasing power. Shabby Chic is apparently dealing with which level of economic activity?
A. stagflation
B. recession
C. inflation
D. stagnation
E. distension
Answer: B
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