Question

The political candidates keep talking to the citizens about the possibility of a recession. What would MOST likely happen if a country experiences a recession?


Feeling confident in the economy, people will begin to spend money more freely.


Jobs will be more plentiful, and companies will be doing a lot of hiring.


Families will start to purchase larger and more expensive homes.


Businesses will suffer from decreased sales and profits, eventually leading to closure.

Answer 1

Businesses will suffer from decreased sales and profits, eventually leading to closure.

Explanation: A recession means economic activity falls—consumers cut back, demand drops, firms earn less and lay off workers or close. The other options describe expansionary conditions, not a recession.