Business cycles affect long run growth because
a) uncertainty caused by business cycles deters investment
b) installation costs for new plant and equipment are lower during recessions than during periods of expansion
c) human capital depreciates during recessions
d) the competition to survive a recession provides incentives for firms to reorganize for greater efficiency
e) all of the above
e) all of the above
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