Which of the following is a true statement about the length of recessions and expansions in the United States economy?

A) After 1950, the length of expansions equaled the length of recessions.
B) After 1950, the length of expansions were much less than the length of recessions.
C) After 1950, the length of expansions were much longer than the length of recessions.
D) After 1950, the length of expansions were brief and almost nonexistent.


Answer: C

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