"Bad news" about an expenditure-related indicator means that
A) it is lower than its previous value.
B) it is lower that it was expected to be.
C) it is higher than it was expected to be.
D) it rose more slowly than the rate of inflation.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

"Bad news" implies that the result is negative, so the indicator being lower than expected (option B) would be considered bad news. The other options do not necessarily indicate negative news.

"Bad News" About an Expenditure-Related Indicator Means That