During President Ronald Reagan's first term, the course of the American economy
A. remained mired in "stagflation."
B. went through a severe recession that gave way to a strong recovery.
C. moved from being relatively strong into a long, mild recession.
D. experienced explosive economic growth from the start.
E. experienced a mild recession that turned into a slow and steady recovery.
Answer: B
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