ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

BUSINESS CYCLES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
If GDP decreases and is negative, the would mean that
A
the economy is not healthy
B
businesses are selling less.
C
there are fewer jobs.
D
all of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Negative Growth in an Economic Context If a country’s real gross domestic product declines for two or more quarters, it is indicative of a recession in the business cycle. Negative growth rates are often accompanied by declining real income, increasing unemployment, and reduced production.

Detailed explanation-2: -If GDP is falling, then the economy is shrinking-bad news for businesses and workers. If GDP falls for two quarters in a row, that is known as a recession, which can mean pay freezes and lost jobs.

Detailed explanation-3: -If the growth rate turns negative, the country will be in recession. GDP is calculated as the sum of public consumption, domestic investment, government spending, and net imports.

Detailed explanation-4: -GDP increases when a country has a positive trade balance or surplus. However, GDP decreases when a country spends more money importing goods and products than it makes exporting goods and products, which leads to a trade deficit.

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