A decline in real GDP for at least two consecutive quarters is referred to as:

a) Inflation.
b) A recession.
c) Deflation.
d) A depression.

Answer: b) A recession.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Technology is now being developed so that road use can be priced by computer. A computer in the surface of the road picks up a signal from your car and automatically charges you for the use of the road. How would this affect bottlenecks and rush-hour congestion?

A. It would decrease bottlenecks and rush-hour congestion. B. It would decrease bottlenecks but increase rush-hour congestion. C. It would increase bottlenecks and rush-hour congestion. D. It would increase bottlenecks but decrease rush-hour congestion.

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