During a recession, the .
A) number of discouraged workers increases
B) unemployment rate decreases
C) employment- to- population ratio increases
D) number of aggregate hours worked increases

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During a recession, companies may cut jobs or reduce hiring, leading to an increase in the number of discouraged workers who have given up on finding a job and are no longer included in the official unemployment rate. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not reflect typical trends during a recession.

During a Recession, the