Investment is

a. a large part of real GDP, yet it accounts for a small share of the fluctuation in real GDP.
b. a small part of real GDP, yet it accounts for a large share of the fluctuation in real GDP.
c. a small part of real GDP, so it accounts for a small share of the fluctuation in real GDP.
d. a large part of real GDP, so it accounts for a large share of the fluctuation in real GDP.

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The correct answer is:

b. a small part of real GDP, yet it accounts for a large share of the fluctuation in real GDP.

Investment spending is typically a smaller component of total GDP, but it is subject to more volatility compared to other components like consumption. This volatility leads it to have a significant impact on fluctuations in real GDP.