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For given government spending and taxation the government budget deficit will grow in _________ and decline in __________?

Correct answer: D. recessions, booms

  • A. booms, booms
  • B. recession, recession
  • C. booms, recessions
  • D. recessions, booms

Explanation

A recession raises the deficit through lower tax receipts and higher transfer payments, while a boom improves the budget balance through stronger revenues and lower transfers.

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