The principle underlying fiscal policy states that when unemployment is rising and the economy is going into a recession, fiscal policy should:

A. stimulate economic activity by decreasing taxes.
B. curb economic activity by reducing government spending.
C. let the forces of supply and demand operate on their own.
D. employ a tight-money policy.
E. reduce the rate of growth in the amount of money in circulation.

Answer: A

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