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What happened to the U.S. economy in the 1990s?

Multiple select question.

GDP grew by 4% annually.

Unemployment fell to 4%.

Inflation grew by 5% annually.

Output fell by 5% annually.

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In the 1990s, the U.S. economy experienced significant growth and notable changes. Here’s an evaluation of the statements you provided:

  1. GDP grew by 4% annually. - This statement is generally accurate. The U.S. economy experienced strong growth during the 1990s, particularly in the latter half of the decade, with annual GDP growth often around or above 4%.

  2. Unemployment fell to 4%. - This is also accurate. By the late 1990s, especially during the economic boom, the unemployment rate did fall to around 4%, hitting a low of 3.8% in 2000.

  3. Inflation grew by 5% annually. - This statement is misleading. Inflation during the 1990s was relatively low and did not consistently grow by 5% annually. Most of the decade saw inflation rates between 2% and 3%.

  4. Output fell by 5% annually. - This statement is incorrect. The U.S. economy did not experience a 5% annual decline in output during the 1990s; rather, it was a decade characterized by growth.

Based on this analysis, the correct answers regarding what happened to the U.S. economy in the 1990s are:

  • GDP grew by 4% annually.
  • Unemployment fell to 4%.